Lucy leads our discussion this week about big body play, rough and tumble play, and vestibular stimulation. We talk about the many benefits and give tips to manage and encourage this type of play. What are your reservations about Big Body Play? Reach out to us on facebook and instagram to join the discussion!
facebook: @thespeckledbeespodcast
instagram: @thespeckledbees
It also brings up the concept of working with children who need extra assistance which will play out in many of our interviews over the next few weeks.
Links:
Greenwood Studios - David and Marielle Jensen
https://www.etsy.com/shop/GreenwoodStudiosUS
Instagram: @_greenwood_studios
Big Body Play - Frances Carlson
https://www.amazon.com/Big-Body-Play-Frances-Carlson/dp/1928896715/ref=asc_df_1928896715/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312029822325&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6144713556163945665&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9008247&hvtargid=pla-522390386089&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=61316180319&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312029822325&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6144713556163945665&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9008247&hvtargid=pla-522390386089
The Nugget
https://nuggetcomfort.com/products/the-nugget
References:
Rajagopalan, Archana et al. “Understanding the links between vestibular and limbic systems regulating emotions.” Journal of natural science, biology, and medicine vol. 8,1 (2017): 11-15. doi:10.4103/0976-9668.198350
Noddings, PhD, Alicia. "Classroom Solutions for Sensory-Sensitive Students." Montessori Resources for Schools, Teachers, Families and Parents. American Montessori Society, 2017. Web. 01 July 2021.
Carlson, Frances. "What Is Big Body Play and Why Is It Important?" NAEYC. National Association for the Education of Young Children. Web. 01 July 2021. <https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/big-body-play>.
"Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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