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It all counts as learning
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Hi Reader! You know the phrase we as homeschoolers hear all the time, “It all counts as learning.” (and I often say!) It’s comforting. But sometimes it can feel a little vague. Does it all count? And how? I want to be clear. Unstructured play absolutely has a place. Free exploration, boredom, imagination, tinkering without an agenda. That matters deeply. What this research article from the University of Cambridge helped me understand is something slightly different. It looks at guided play and how it can be just as effective as fully adult-led instruction when it comes to academic learning. This is not replacing free play. And it is not defaulting to formal lessons. It is that middle space where there is intention. The adult sets up a problem, a question, or a goal connected to an academic skill. Then the child explores within that structure. The adult supports, asks questions, and nudges thinking forward. That is what helps me make sense of “it all counts.” If you are trying to decide when to lean into play and when to lean into lessons, this article gives helpful clarity. Here’s the article: I would love to know what it sparks for you. Warmly, |
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