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Kathy Brodie: Free CPD for Early Years Professionals

Kathy Brodie is an author, Early Years Professional and Trainer specialising in online training and courses. She is the founder and host of the Early Years Summit and Early Years TV, weekly Professional Development for Early Years practitioners and educators.

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The Magic of Loose Parts Play: Unleashing Creativity in the Early Years

Posted byuserKathy Brodie on August 3, 2024. Loose Parts Play

Introduction

Have you ever watched a child turn a cardboard box into a spaceship? Or seen a group of children create an entire world using just sticks and leaves? That’s the magic of loose parts play.

Loose parts play is a simple yet powerful approach to early years education that can spark creativity, encourage problem-solving, and support holistic development.

But what exactly are loose parts, and why are they so beneficial for young children? Let’s dive in and explore this fascinating world of open-ended play.

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