“It is becoming increasingly clear through research on the brain, as well as in other areas of study, that childhood needs play. Play acts as a forward feed mechanism into courageous, creative, rigorous thinking in adulthood.” ~ Tina Bruce (Professor,London Metropolitan University). Here you see us experimenting with our learning tools. And our tools change as we progress thru the school year. THIS is a prime time for communication: I love to ask them to explain what they are building or designing or pretending- it's just amazing what they create. :)