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Playful Learning: Develop Your Child's Sense of Joy and Wonder [Paperback]

Mariah Bruehl
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Book Description

August 9, 2011
Children are natural scientists, artists, mathematicians, authors, and scholars. From the time they are born they seek out information about the world around them in an effort to construct meaning and further their development. While children have an inherent drive to make sense of their reality, parents have a unique opportunity to harness their children’s curiosity and channel it into a love of learning.

Playful learning is the magic that takes place when we meld a child’s sense of joy and wonder with thoughtfully planned learning experiences. Through easy-to-implement, hands-on projects you can engage your child in fun and creative ways that encourage learning and impart the joy of discovery. With a little bit of information and forethought, you can play a pivotal role in the cognitive and creative development of your child

Mariah Bruehl has worked in the field of education for over a decade. She has taught in the classroom, developed curriculum in many different subject areas, trained teachers, and implemented programs across many grade levels. She is the mother of two girls and the owner of Playful Learning—a retail space and education center in Sag Harbor. Learn more at www.playfulearning.com.

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“An enlightening read, this book not only contains creative and practical organizational solutions, but is full of inspiring lesson ideas for every area of learning.”—Parents & Kids Magazine


“Parents, teachers, and caregivers alike will treasure this superb book! Mariah Bruehl brings the wisdom of a gifted educator and the heart of a devoted parent to each insight and activity contained within its pages. Readers will appreciate the warmth and accessibility with which she shares her ideas as much as the joyful family memories and passion for lifelong learning that are sure to follow.”—Emma Walton Hamilton, author of Raising Bookworms: Getting Kids Reading for Pleasure and Empowerment

“Chock-full of amazingly inventive suggestions for how to educate your child in the home. Mariah Bruehl offers a world of inspiration and engagement where literacy development becomes play and where play becomes purposeful and educational. Her knowledge of children’s development and her deeply attuned understanding of the importance of relationship-building with your child make this book a true winner.”—Pam Allyn, author of What to Read When: The Books and Stories to Read with Your Child—and All the Best Times to Read Them “A great guide for parents who want to encourage a child’s joy and wonder.”—Portland Book Review

About the Author

Mariah Bruehl has worked in the field of education for over a decade. She has an MS in Elementary Education from the Bank Street College of Education, was a classroom teacher for four years at the Dalton School, and worked in Early Childhood and Elementary Administration for six years at the Hampton Day School, the Ross School, and the Ross Institute Academy. She has taught in the classroom, trained teachers, implemented programs across many grade levels, and developed and implemented curriculum. Her educational influences include the Reggio Emilia Approach, Maria Montessori, and Howard Gardner. She is currently a stay-at-home mother of two girls and the owner of Playful Learning— a retail space and education center in Sag Harbor. Learn more at www.playfulearning.com.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Roost Books (August 9, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1590308190
  • ISBN-13: 978-1590308196
  • Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 0.8 x 9.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,778 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Mariah Bruehl has worked in the field of education for over a decade. She has taught in the classroom, developed curriculum in many different subject areas, trained teachers, and implemented programs across many grade levels.

For more ideas on engaging learning experience for children, visit her award-winning website, Playful Learning (www.playfullearning.net). Mariah also offers dynamic and interactive online classes for both parents and children at the Playful Learning Ecademy (http://playfullearning.net/ecademy/).

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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for every parent! August 10, 2011
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I've been reading early childhood education books for thirty years or so. It takes a serious gust to qualify as a breath of fresh air. This is it. This book artfully, masterfully, and very clearly presents a lovely marriage of the theories of Maria Montessori, Loris Malaguzzi, and Howard Gardner. What you get is an accesible and immediately implementable roadmap to the best of Montessori, Reggio Emelia, and Harvard Project Zero. It's absolutely not a theory book though--it's all very practical. This a visually inspiring book full of hands-on reading, science, and social activities for children from three or four to about eight or nine. There is just enough child development background to give underlying meaning to the activities. There are reproducibles to make it come to life easily. And there are very thoughtful, helpful, and beautiful pictures to inspire the visual among us. This book has me happily reorganizing and purposefully planning to capture the joyful moments of my children's natural inquisitiveness and wonder right along with them.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly the inspiration I needed August 18, 2011
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As I start my 4th year of homeschooling (with a newborn baby added to the mix) I was looking at my homeschool "room" with dread. I knew I needed to make changes to the physical space but I just could not visualize it. Nor did I have time to peruse hundreds of blogs and scans dozens of pinterest pages. This book has enough inspiring pictures, printables, and practical ideas to get me going for the coming year. I think any parent wanting to encourage their child's interests at home would benefit from reading this book. If you like Mariah's blog, you will love her book. I wish I didn't live across the country and could visit her brick and mortar store in person!
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful book! August 11, 2011
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I just got this book yesterday, and I am so excited to sit down and take my time with it. I read the section on the stages of writing first, and I have never read such an accessible, practical explanation of HOW to encourage developing writers. I have read plenty of theory, and seen the stages she writes about. But her book actually walks you through the reasons behind it while attaching it to the methods of encouraging a child to become a writer.

The book is full of practical examples, beautiful photos of learning spaces, easy-to-make learning activities.

Thank you so much for writing such a practical and inspiring book. I have been a fan of your blog for quite some time, and the book is even better!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
I'm excited for my children to be a little older so we can implement more of the suggestions in this book!
Published 1 month ago by MrsCupcake
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have for All Parents
This book is perefect for all parents, especially for those of us who are not trained educators. The author does a wonderful job explaining how to encourage your children's... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mommy's Toy Talk
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!
This book is truly inspiring and well organized. I particularly enjoyed the last chapter (Raising the citizens of tomorrow) which will help us through many exercises to develop the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Christelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a wonderful book
I ordered this book for the wonderful inspiration it gave me to make my children their very own arts and crafts area. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Noelanii
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
This is an excellent book for anyone wanting to spend quality time with their kids. The projects and tips in this book are incredible and I know that my kids will love all the... Read more
Published 5 months ago by abigail bolin
5.0 out of 5 stars A creative and well organized resource
This book provides a lot of ideas and good information. Even if you were to think of the ideas on your own, the author gives you books to read to reinforce and build on the... Read more
Published 13 months ago by C. Ferrell
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic idea book if you need some focus on projects with your kids
This book is great, it makes me a better parent...I know I shouldn't rely on a book for that...but... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Aimee
5.0 out of 5 stars Practical yet engaging activities
(Note: I got this for my preschoolers, but I think it might be more appropriate for ages 5+.) I think this is a fabulous book. Read more
Published 17 months ago by S. Dahl
5.0 out of 5 stars afterall
This book is a great resource for parents and educaters...It helps suppliment school and it opens new areas of learning. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Cheryl L. Estill
5.0 out of 5 stars Creative ideas
I have followed the Playful Learning blog, and am so happy that there is a book available. This book will provide hours of creative fun for children. Read more
Published 18 months ago by K. Miller
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