How does child-led play develop the brain?
Understanding how the brain develops through play is a critical component in overall child development along with language and literacy.
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stacybenge
- May 15
- 1 min
That Early Childhood Nerd: ECE MAYtriarchy
Heather Bernt-Santy, Stephanie Goloway, Stacy Benge, & Nancy Rosenow discuss Sylvia Ashton Warner, Jean Ayres, Vivian Paley, & Chris Athey
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stacybenge
- May 14
- 1 min
small groups during play time?
In order to maximize benefits of free, child-led play time, children should not be pulled from play time for a teacher-conducted activity.
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stacybenge
- May 6
- 1 min
Three common myths about alphabet knowledge
three common myths about alphabet knowledge busted!
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stacybenge
- Apr 16
- 2 min
the evolution of writing begins with mark making!
the evolution of writing begins with mark making, when young children run their hands through sensory substances and make marks!
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stacybenge
- Mar 7
- 2 min
Stories that Stick Podcast: Supporting Literacy Even When it Doesn't Look Anything Like Literacy
Stories that Stick Podcast: Supporting Literacy Even When it Doesn't Look Anything Like Literacy
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stacybenge
- Feb 28
- 1 min
The Play Based Learning Podcast with Kristen Peterson
I am so excited to be a guest on Kristen Peterson’s The Play Based Learning Podcast for a conversation about developing literacy.
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stacybenge
- Feb 13
- 1 min
Curriculum Companies?
Everything in the environment (materials, interactions, experiences) needs to connect to the children it serves.
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stacybenge
- Feb 8
- 1 min
The Power of Blank Paper and Crayons (part two)
Blank paper and crayons are multifaceted, unlimited, & some of the most effective tools for an early learning environment. Place everywhere!
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stacybenge
- Feb 7
- 1 min
The Power of Blank Paper and Crayons
Embrace the power of blank paper and crayons!
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stacybenge
- Feb 7
- 1 min
Alphabet Knowledge Begins with the Child
Developing an interest and connection to the alphabet begins with the child and their world.
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stacybenge
- Jan 8
- 1 min
The Whole Child Alphabet named Top Professional Read by That Early Childhood Nerd
Did you see that That Early Childhood Nerd (Heather Bernt-Santy) named my book, The Whole Child Alphabet: How Young Children Actually...
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stacybenge
- Dec 19, 2023
- 1 min
That Early Childhood Nerd Podcast: Visual Perception and Emerging Literacy with Stacy Benge
Join host Heather Bernt-Santy, Mike Huber and Stacy for this discussion of visual perception, how it differs from “eyesight,"...
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stacybenge
- Dec 19, 2023
- 1 min
That Early Childhood Nerd Podcast: The Whole Child Alphabet with Stacy Benge
Author and speaker Stacy Benge joins Heather Bernt-Santy to discuss this really, very, really important new book.
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stacybenge
- Dec 1, 2023
- 1 min
What do children learn when they guide their own play?
f children are guiding their own play, they are: building curiosity, hypothesizing, figuring things out, increasing their attention spans
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stacybenge
- Dec 1, 2023
- 1 min
Should we pull children from play for small group instruction?
"In order to maximize the benefits of free, child-led play time, children should not be pulled from their play time for a...
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stacybenge
- Feb 17, 2022
- 1 min
Pre-Writing is Not a Curriculum
Pre-writing is not curriculum. It is playing outside, building blocks, dramatic play, and drawing! Pre-writing is PLAY!
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stacybenge
- Feb 15, 2022
- 1 min
Why does a toddler need to read?
Why do we need to teach toddlers to read? Reading is a process that builds on so many foundational skills that take time to develop.
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stacybenge
- Feb 14, 2022
- 1 min
Loose Parts: Simple Materials, Big Outcomes
My gift to you! A free, 30-minute video training on Loose Parts! Go to the Free Training page to access video, handout, and certificate.
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Stacy Benge
Early Childhood Author and Keynote Speaker
The Whole Child Alphabet
Follow Stacy for information and reflections regarding early childhood, early learning, child development, parenting, children with learning disabilities, and educational resources, and education overall.
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