#060 How to Create Play-Based Learning Experiences in Your Yoga Classes with Amy Nielson

Join Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, and Amy Nielson from Planning Playtime as they talk about the vibrant world of play-based learning. Discover practical insights for teachers, parents, and caregivers looking to ignite a love for learning in children in classrooms and kids yoga classes. Some highlights: - Amy Nielson explores the use of printables and a Mommy and Me preschool program, advocating for individualized approaches and consistent 1% improvements. - The discussion highlights the significance of integrating play, including props and movement, into educational settings, with emphasis on adults modeling playfulness. - Amy shares strategies for introducing more play into daily learning activities--like circle time and math centers--and the transformative impact this has on children's development. - Amy offers personal examples and tips on how to make academic subjects like ancient China exciting through interactive play. Find Amy Nielson here: Website: https://planningplaytime.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planningplaytime/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Planningplaytime/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/planningplaytim/ Raising Healthy Kids Brains Podcast: https://planningplaytime.com/podcast/   🧘🏽‍♂️🧘‍♀️🧘🏿‍♀️ Kids Yoga Stories, a mom-run and mom-operated business, was founded in 2012 by former classroom teacher and certified yoga instructor Giselle Shardlow. During her travels and time teaching grades kindergarten through fifth grade in Guatemala, Australia, Canada, and the United States, Giselle witnessed the need to address childhood illiteracy, obesity, and stress. She blended her passions of yoga, mindfulness, and education to create books, card decks, and educational resources to provide classroom teachers, school staff, coaches, and parents with the tools to bring yoga and mindfulness to children everywhere.   Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidsyogastories  Website: https://www.kidsyogastories.com/ Shop: https://shop.kidsyogastories.com/