Latest Projects
PlayAdventures Merced
There are multiple projects, programs and pop ups that I am becoming involved in. If you would like to set up a meeting regarding:
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Workshops for parents/teachers or professionals
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Playground/area consulting
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Starting a program with self-directed, loose parts and playwork as the main theme
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Partnering to create a unique experience for an existing program
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Scheduling Pop Up Play Day events/Birthday Parties
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Bringing Play Adventures to YOUR school/classroom/home
Free Pop Up Play Days in a park near you
Free, Family Friendly Events
Celebrating self-directed play with the use of loose parts and the delicate supervision of a trained playworker.
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Stephen Leonard Park Feb 9th
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Rahilly Park March 16th
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Applegate Park April 13th
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Fahrens Park April 30-June 6- Tuesday and Thursday Weekly
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McNamara Park June 1st
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Workshops
Workshop topics
My knowledge in development, play, and playwork has expanded throughout my training and practice. I have given lectures and workshops to teachers, professionals and child caregivers on the following topics:
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Play and Playwork
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RIsky Play and its Benefits
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Play and Development
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Evolution of Play in Society
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Play and technology
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Play with 'loose parts' in classrooms
Adventure Play
Afterschool
Adventure Play After School
​I coordinated and was the playworker at Uni Primary Adventure Play After School where kids had the unique opportunity to play their way while making decisions about how they use their space and time. The playworkers provided materials and support so your children can:
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Learn how to asses and take healthy risks
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Practice skills like: problem solving, overcoming obstacles, communication
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and much much more...