Oct 25, 2022
A conversation about young children's treasure hunting. This seemingly simple activity requires agency, persistence and discernment. The search can be satisfying in and of itself. Finding and collecting treasure supports children's growing social awareness as they experiment with generosity and/or hoarding "wealth."...
Oct 18, 2022
Ross reminds us that you don't have to have that fight about putting on a coat--a discussion about children's autonomy in making decisions for their own bodies.
Oct 11, 2022
Tom prompts our thinking with the sentence, "Children have to seek environments relatively free from adult control." Discussion ensues of lemonade stands, AnjiPlay, and the tension between making sure children "get it right" and letting go. What are the implications for children's confidence, independence and sense...