Inquiry and Play
January 15th & 16th and March 4th & 5th
About this Conference
Playful learning enriches our capacity to make meaning of experiences and learn together. By developing a playful stance, we welcome and inspire curiosity, imagination, connection, and wonder. Join us for an interactive exploration of playful inquiry where we will dive into materials, resources, and experiences that will help us grow and reflect on our role as educators of and co-collaborators with young children. We will explore the importance of having a strong image of the child, the value of play, and the potential of inspiring environments filled with rich materials. We will examine play as a powerful learning strategy as we practice using provocations and protocols, as well as our own time to play. Come see what happens when we not only put play and inquiry at the heart of our practice but also see our youngest learners as important members of society with meaningful ideas to share with the world.
Intended Audience: Pre K-Kinder teachers
Your Presenter:
Hannah Chandler
Experienced Lead Teacher, Professional Development Consultant, and educational writer with a demonstrated history of working in the field of education, Hannah is a passionate educator who believes in the rights and capabilities of children. Skilled in Reggio-inspired instruction, Inquiry-based learning, Project-Based Learning, Writing, Educational Technology, Research, Tutoring, and Differentiated Instruction, Hannah is a lifelong learner and fearless advocate for her students and colleagues. She is a strong education professional with a MAT focused in Elementary Education from Brown University. In addition to being an inquiry and arts consultant/coach, Hannah is also a certified Habits of Mind instructor.