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Building Blocks of Creativity: Empowering Loose Parts Play

Tuesday, October 22, 2024
301 Manchester Rd.
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
US

This training focuses on the concept and practice of loose-parts play. Loose parts are open-ended materials that children can move, manipulate, combine, and redesign, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. This training covers various aspects such as understanding loose parts, the benefits of loose-parts play, practical applications, creating a loose-parts environment, and the role of the adult.
This interactive training involves hands-on activities. Participants experience loose-parts play firsthand, and they leave with practical strategies to implement in their child care settings. 

Trainer: Wendy Cooper, Director of Development Coordinator, CCCDP & Registrar

The cost of this training is $25.00 per person.
OCFS topics covered include: (1)Principals of Child Development & (3)Child Program Development

This training is appropriate for all modalities.

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