An Introduction to Learning through Play: The Junior Years (age 5 – 8 years)

An Introduction to Learning Through Play: The Junior Years (Ages 5–8)

This webinar is designed for teachers new to learning through play, particularly those working in Years 0–3. With a focus on practical, classroom-ready strategies, it supports you to understand what learning through play looks like—and how to make it meaningful in your context.

You’ll explore:

• What the research says about play, learning, and development in the early primary years
• How to align learning through play with the New Zealand Curriculum
• Key developmental stages and how to respond to individual needs
• The functions of play and urges that guide children’s learning
• How to plan and enable play-rich environments in your classroom
• Approaches to formative assessment using Notice, Recognise, Respond

Whether you're just getting started or wanting to build your confidence, this webinar offers a foundation grounded in research and real classroom experience.