Re-thinking Recess: How One School Is Using Play to Create Change (Part 3)

by Hannah Beach | Mar 3, 2026 | Connection, Emotional Health, Emotional Release, Play, Professional Development

It’s Week 3 of our Re-Thinking Recess series, and Tory is back to share how they intentionally bring play indoors—not because of the weather, but because they believe play belongs inside, too. At St. Bernadette’s, indoor play is scheduled on purpose, creating...

Re-thinking Recess: How One School Is Using Play to Create Change (Part 2)

by Hannah Beach | Feb 24, 2026 | Attachment, Building Relationship, Emotional Health, Play, Professional Development

It’s Week 2 of our Re-Thinking Recess series, and we’re so glad to welcome Tory, Principal of St. Bernadette’s Elementary School in Ottawa (OCSB), back to the conversation. This week, she shares how she thoughtfully introduces new playground materials—and how her team...

Let the Kids Play This Summer

by Hannah Beach | Jul 21, 2025 | Article

Let the Kids Play This Summer Over-scheduling and screens are making kids anxious and aggressive. They need to let loose. Read the full article here:...

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by Hannah Beach | Sep 28, 2023

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Power of Play: Exploring the Vital Role of Play in Emotional Health and Learning & Becoming the Leaders our Students Need

by Hannah Beach | May 31, 2023

Educators/EA’s from Richmond Christian School. Please see your school board or school admin for more information. Description: The research is clear: young children learn best through play. In this workshop, we’ll unpack the science behind why play is the...