At La Casa Preschool, we are advocates of play-based learning. Our philosophy is that children learn through guided play, exploration, experimentation, discovery, and problem solving.  In fact, play-based learning is a core part of our preschool curriculum.

The graphic below illustrates how play based learning develops young children in four important ways.

• Physical Development

  • Strong, healthy bodies

  • Fine and large motor skills

  • Stress Management

  • Coordination

  • Physical confidence

  • Agility

• Social Development

  • Cooperation

  • Negotiation

  • Collaboration

  • Rules formation

  • Conflict resolution

• Cognitive Development

  • Scientific and mathematical thinking

  • Research and inquiry skills

  • Independent thinking

  • Language skills

  • Literacy skills

• Emotional Development

  • Joy

  • Empathy

  • Persistence

  • Self-regulation

  • Self-confidence

  • Impulse control

If you have any questions about how your child could benefit from play-based learning or would like to tour our Scottsdale preschool, please feel free to contact us at anytime.