Brittany’s Last Episode: Episode 37, Risky Play and Nature Education – https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-37-risky-play-nature-education-with-brittany-williams/
Book Referenced: How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
How to Follow Their Lead:
- Allow them to pick from choices
- Work on problem solving as a group (everyone can share their ideas – write them down – then you can map out which work for this season/activity/situation)
- Make a bucket list or wish list with them
- Be present and watch your children; notice when they are showing interest in certain activities, or moments within the activity
- Allow pausing for things they want to see, or snacks
How to Still Guide:
- Teach navigation and mile markers
- Teach areas you’re confident in (those topics may lead to more questions)
- Plan screen limits, so time is spent in different ways
- In groups, take turns, set timers, accept feelings (even though it’s harder to hear every voice, every voice and feeling matters)
- Indoors – offer toys that are materials, not just things with one purpose. There is magic in blocks and cardboard boxes (sticks and rocks) – look up / think “loose parts”
Risky Play:
- They will assess how their body moves and feels
- Slow down and watch if they need some reminders of what to pay attention to and assess
Bodily Autonomy:
- Accept how they feel from giving hugs to getting wet on an adventure
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