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Episode #5 - Play = Problem Solving: Why Elementary Classrooms Need More Play, Not Less

From Real Talk School Leadership · Hosted by Dan Mault

2026-03-03·902

Episode summary

In this episode of Real Talk School Leadership: In this episode of Real Talk School Leadership, we dig into something that often gets squeezed out of elementary schedules — play — and why research says that’s a mistake. If we truly want students who can think critically, solve complex problems, and innovate in a rapidly changing world, then play isn’t extra… it’s essential.

Original publisher description

In this episode of Real Talk School Leadership, we dig into something that often gets squeezed out of elementary schedules — play — and why research says that’s a mistake. If we truly want students who can think critically, solve complex problems, and innovate in a rapidly changing world, then play isn’t extra… it’s essential. Grounded in research…