Learning Labs

In this June Learning Lab, Move, Make & Build: Learning Through Music and Movement, we explored how music, movement, and whole-body experiences can become powerful tools for learning in early childhood programs. This session walks through three easy-to-implement activity setups: Sound & Movement Exploration, Ribbon & Movement Art, and Obstacle Course Builders. Educators will learn […]

Watch the recording of our Learning Lab with Krystal Churcher and discover simple, nature-based activity ideas, creative classroom inspiration, and practical strategies for early childhood educators. Looking for fresh ways to bring nature into your classroom without adding extra prep or overwhelm? In this ChildFriendly Learning Lab, Krystal Churcher shares practical, hands-on ideas that help […]

Looking for simple, meaningful ways to spark curiosity and support skill development in your classroom—without adding more to your workload? In this hands-on Learning Lab session, Explore, Create, Build, we walk through three powerful classroom setups designed to engage children and build foundational skills through play: You’ll learn how to set up each experience using […]

Play-based learning is powerful—but sometimes it can be difficult to clearly explain the why behind everyday activities. For early childhood educators, the challenge isn’t just setting up engaging experiences for children—it’s also recognizing the learning happening in the moment and confidently communicating it to families. In this Learning Lab session, childcare leader Krystal Churcher shares […]