The Playvolution HQ Podcast: Exploring, supporting, and advocating for child-led learning.
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The Playvolution HQ Podcast dives deep into play and early learning, from loose parts and power play to school readiness and curriculum. This weekly, short-format show goes beyond the resources available at playvolutionhq.com, delivering original content like DIY ideas, terminology deep-dives, commentary, news, early learning history, and more.
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In episode PHQP_0030 More Knowledgeable Others, Jeff talks about More Knowledgeable Others and misses his grandma. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0030 More Knowledgeable Others Episode Notes Vygotsky’s More Knowledgeable Other …
In episode PHQP_0029 Sample Staff Fitness Standards, Jeff follows up on a promise made in episode 23 to share sample staff fitness standards. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0029 Sample Staff …
In episode PHQP_0028 Interoception And School Readiness, Jeff discusses the interoceptive system and its importance in school readiness. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0028 Interoception And School Readiness Episode Notes Interoceptive …
In episode PHQP_0027 Coordination, Jeff discusses coordination. Spoiler Alert–kids need to play more. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0027 Coordination Episode Notes 8 Sensory Systems That Drive Playful Learning DIY | …
In PHQP_0026 Avoiding Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Jeff unpacks why more preschool play could help avoid school-age pediatric occupational therapy. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0026 Avoiding Pediatric Occupational Therapy Episode Notes …
In PHQP_0025 Instead of NO, Jeff discusses the value of following up a “No” with a “But” in order to better support playful learning. Episode Video Watch Now: PHQP_0025 Instead …
In PHQP_0024 Proprioception And School Readiness, Jeff explores proprioception, the body’s ability to sense its position and movement, and its critical role in preparing young children for school. Episode Video …
In episode PHQP_0023 Fit For Care, Jeff examines why early learning programs should consider adopting staff fitness standards, as well as making accommodations for staff who are unable to meet …
In PHQP 0022 Reliability And Validity Testing, Jeff reflects on the long, unstructured summer vacations of his childhood, contrasting them with today’s shorter, adult-scheduled breaks that limit children’s freedom to …
The Playvolution HQ Podcast dives deep into play and early learning, from loose parts and power play to school readiness and curriculum. This weekly, short-format show goes beyond the resources available at playvolutionhq.com, delivering original content like DIY ideas, terminology deep-dives, commentary, news, early learning history, and more.
