This workshop has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. Anne van Dam and Tania Lattanzio are excited to be presenting this engaging and insightful workshop designed exclusively for early years educators who are committed to fostering a joy for learning in young children. In this workshop, we will explore the world of conceptual learning and how young children develop theories through play.

Understanding Young Children as Meaning Makers: Young children are natural explorers, constantly seeking to make sense of the world around them. Through play, they engage in profound learning experiences that go beyond simple 'interests.' In this workshop, we will delve into the idea that children are innate meaning makers, and we will discover how to harness their curiosity to facilitate deep and meaningful learning.

Going Beyond Interest to Identifying Big Ideas: As educators, we often hear about children's interests, but what lies beneath these interests? Our workshop will empower you to go beyond the surface and consider big ideas that children are exploring through their play. We will equip you with the skills and tools to uncover the rich, underlying concepts that drive their play-based inquiries.