{"product_id":"rediscovering-kindergarten-embracing-play-joy-in-learning-paperback","title":"Rediscovering Kindergarten: Embracing Play \u0026 Joy in Learning - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLaura Bornfreund\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKindergarten Shouldn't Be the New First Grade\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pressure to accelerate academics in kindergarten has led to rigid schedules, seated classwork, and a decline in joyful learning. Rediscovering Kindergarten: \u003cbr\u003eEmbracing Play \u0026amp; Joy in Learning offers a powerful call to reimagine kindergarten as a place where play-based learning and challenging academic content go hand in hand. Author Laura Bornfreund--education policy expert and nationally recognized voice in early childhood--argues for developmentally appropriate practice that supports the whole child. Drawing from research and real-world examples, this book shares ideas for teaching that nurtures curiosity, social-emotional development, and equity. For educators, leaders, and advocates, this is a practical and inspiring guide to reclaiming kindergarten from push-down academics to restore it to what it was always meant to be: playful exploration full of rich learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover how to: \u003cbr\u003e- Create a classroom environment where play supports rigorous learning \u003cbr\u003e- Build developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned curriculum\u003cbr\u003e- Support social-emotional learning as foundational to academic success\u003cbr\u003e- Engage families and administrators in advocating for change\u003cbr\u003e- Understand the research behind early learning and achievement gaps\u003cbr\u003e- Position kindergarten within the pre-K-3 continuum of learning \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRediscovering Kindergarten is a guide for building a learning environment that fosters curiosity, equity, and joyful growth--without sacrificing academic excellence.\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKindergarten Shouldn't Be the New First Grade\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pressure to accelerate academics in kindergarten has led to rigid schedules, seated classwork, and a decline in joyful learning. Rediscovering Kindergarten: \u003cbr\u003eEmbracing Play \u0026amp; Joy in Learning offers a powerful call to reimagine kindergarten as a place where play-based learning and challenging academic content go hand in hand. Author Laura Bornfreund--education policy expert and nationally recognized voice in early childhood--argues for developmentally appropriate practice that supports the whole child. Drawing from research and real-world examples, this book shares ideas for teaching that nurtures curiosity, social-emotional development, and equity. For educators, leaders, and advocates, this is a practical and inspiring guide to reclaiming kindergarten from push-down academics to restore it to what it was always meant to be: playful exploration full of rich learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover how to: \u003cbr\u003e- Create a classroom environment where play supports rigorous learning \u003cbr\u003e- Build developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned curriculum\u003cbr\u003e- Support social-emotional learning as foundational to academic success\u003cbr\u003e- Engage families and administrators in advocating for change\u003cbr\u003e- Understand the research behind early learning and achievement gaps\u003cbr\u003e- Position kindergarten within the pre-K-3 continuum of learning \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRediscovering Kindergarten is a guide for building a learning environment that fosters curiosity, equity, and joyful growth--without sacrificing academic excellence.\u003cbr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaura Bornfreund, MPA, is a senior fellow in education policy and the former director of early and elementary education policy at New America. She's a frequent contributor to major media outlets such as Slate, CNN, The Hechinger Report, Education Week, and The Atlantic. Her work centers on strengthening the pre-K to third grade continuum to the success of all young learners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.47 x 9.95 x 7.04 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 01, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53465663340851,"sku":"9781636501789","price":30.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/Rk7w9fMMDe9781636501789.webp?v=1781124753","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/rediscovering-kindergarten-embracing-play-joy-in-learning-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}