The work of play

This collection features a video of students participating in Work Time, a period when they can independently select a place in the classroom to experiment with materials and explore ideas, all while developing oral language and interpersonal skills. The collection includes the video, related artifacts of practice, and professional learning activities for teachers, coaches, and school leaders.

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This video features Central Park East II Elementary School in Manhattan - whose distinctive practices foster a culture of exploration, ownership, and creativity in the classroom. Each day students participate in Work Time, a period when they can independently select a place in the classroom to experiment with materials and explore ideas, all while developing oral language and interpersonal skills.