EP 14 - themes with Lisa (Ooey Gooey Lady) Murphy

Kristen had the honor of recording an impromptu chat with Lisa Murphy on the topic of THEMES in a play-based, child-centered early childhood program. Lisa is a thought leader in the play based learning world and is Kristen's Fareygawdmather (that story is in the podcast!) Are themes bad?  NO.  Do we need to ask ourselves, whose idea was it?  YES. Learn how to find a good balance between planning themes and listening to the children.  Find Lisa here: https://www.ooeygooey.com

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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 Kristen is on a mission to energize your passion for early childhood education, challenge outdated practices, and equip you with the tools to create a truly developmentally appropriate learning environment.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.