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Starting with Loose Parts

Starting with Loose Parts

Environments for Playful Inquiry: Where do I start?

Environments for Playful Inquiry: Where do I start?

Oil Based Clay

Oil Based Clay

Preparing an invitation to explore a new material is like setting a table- a table of possibilities.  Taking the time…Read More.
Playful Inquiry in the Early Years: Field Guide

Playful Inquiry in the Early Years: Field Guide

Playful Inquiry in the Early Years A Field Guide for Creating Inclusive, Inquisitive and Collaborative School Communities that Learn Together…Read More.
Introducing Partner Explore

Introducing Partner Explore

Introducing Partner Explore (excerpt from the Field Guide Chp.5) Partner Explore is a workshop approach that focuses directly on creating…Read More.
The Principles of Playful Inquiry

The Principles of Playful Inquiry

FROM THE OPAL ARCHIVE: 09/2012 – Written by Opal School teacher researcher and pedagogical director Susan Harris MacKay To learn…Read More.
Administrative Observation Tool

Administrative Observation Tool

ADMINISTRATIVE OBSERVATION TOOL Many elementary school principals are just beginning to develop their understanding of playful learning and appropriate practices…Read More.