Child-Directed Play as the Ideal Instant Activity

Do you ever feel overwhelmed coming up with new and engaging instant activities? Are you looking for activities that are standards based, meaningful and relevant, and will fully engage your students from the moment they enter your gymnasium? Come and learn about “Free Enterprise” -- an instant activity where students enter the gym and immediately engage in child-directed play. You'll explore the many benefits of giving children choice in what, how, and who they play with. Research shows that child-directed play helps children develop cognitive, social, emotional, and motor skills, and helps with executive functioning as well. In addition to learning about the research-backed benefits of child-directed play, you will be taken through a step-by-step progression in how to incorporate Free Enterprise into your lessons. Walk away inspired, equipped, and ready to transform your opening routines!