EP 60: Child Led Learning and Emergent Curriculum with Tiffany Pearsall

In this episode, I am talking to my good friend Tiffany Pearsall, a passionate play advocate and the founder of Play Frontier, a groundbreaking nonprofit childcare center. Join us as we chat about what child led learning and Emergent Curriculum looks like in play based settings. Key Takeaways:  "Greatest Hits" Approach: Kristen and Tiffany talk about how creating successful activities helps teachers anticipate and respond to children's interests and what child led learning and emergent curriculum can look like. Relationships Are Key: Strong teacher-child relationships enable tailored learning experiences. Child-Led vs. Emergent Curriculum: Both terms focus on responding to children's interests. Reflective Documentation: Despite challenges, documenting experiences is essential for reflection and extending learning. If you’ve been curious about what child led learning and Emergent curriculum looks like, then this podcast is a great one to listen to!  Find Kristen here: @kristen.rb.peterson or at KristenRBPeterson.com Find Tiffany here: @playfrontier or at playfrontier.org

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Kristen RB Peterson, will be your new teacher bestie, mentor, and motivator, all in one. Kristen is on a mission to energize your passion for early childhood education, challenge outdated practices, and equip you with the tools to create a truly developmentally appropriate learning environment. As a play advocate, Kristen’s enthusiasm and expertise will inspire you to foster creativity, curiosity, and joy in the children under your care. Together, we’ll embark on a journey to set the stage for a lifelong love of learning, ensuring that every child experiences the wonder and magic of childhood.