All About Play

Welcome to The We Skoolhouse Professional Development Course: All About Play — where curiosity, creativity, and child development come together. In this dynamic 4-hour, self-paced training, you’ll explore the extraordinary power of play in early childhood. Pause, reflect, take notes, and return whenever you need — this learning experience is built for you. With adjustable video playback, closed captioning, and flexible pacing, you’re supported every step of the way. When you’re done, you’ll receive a 4-hour Professional Development Certificate to celebrate your growth. Inside the course, you’ll dive into five sections: Part 1: Development and Play Discover how play shapes the brain and body — and why it’s foundational to healthy development. Part 2: Schemas and Stages of Play Learn how play naturally unfolds as children explore patterns, ideas, and progress through stages of learning. Part 3: Kinds of Play Unlock a full spectrum of playful experiences: • Child-led, unstructured play • Independent play • Messy play • Destructive play • And even risky play — and why it matters Part 4: Getting Outdoors Explore the incredible benefits of outdoor play for children ages 0–6. Part 5: Planning for Play We’ll discuss your play-based classroom: some core principles and materials that support rich, play-based learning. Our course, All About Play, will deepen your understanding, empower your practice, and transform playtime into meaningful learning.