The other day, a colleague sent me a photo while traveling through Australia of an established loose parts playground permanently set up inside a school. The word on the street is that loose parts play is everywhere in Australia. So, let’s break down how we can bring more loose parts play to schools in Aotearoa. […]
In this post, we’ll briefly explain what urges and schema are, emphasise the importance of observing them in action, share how you can easily spot them during loose parts play, and give examples of how they can inform your planning.
Urges/Schema and Loose Parts Play Read More »
Starting a loose parts shed is great, but it’s easy for schools to overlook the importance of establishing secure systems to ensure the shed remains safe and sustainable, even if something goes wrong.
Here are our FIVE key attributes for maintaining a safe and successful loose parts shed:
Health & Safety and Loose Parts Play Read More »
If you’re wanting some tips about where and how to source loose parts from, then this the first of many posts that will get you kick started!
Finding Junk – Behind the play Read More »
