Small Changes, Big Difference: Making Preschool Work for Every Child

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Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Therapod Podcast’s inclusive education series, co-host Karolina speaks with Aby, founder of Play Connects, a social enterprise in Singapore, and a play advocate with more than 25 years at Playright Hong Kong. Abby shares how becoming a parent shaped her mission to help adults see the world through children’s eyes.They discuss:Why child-led play supports confidence, problem-solving and social-emotional developmentWhy every child, regardless of ability, has a right to playThe shift from directing play to being a supportive parentThree practical reminders: step back and observe, offer open-ended materials, be a guest in their playStarting with 20 minutes a week of child-chosen play, with no phones or computersWhy everyday items are enough, with no expensive toys neededHow consistency builds emotional safety and trustWhether you’re a parent, teacher, therapist or school leader, this episode offers simple, practical ideas to apply at home and in everyday practice.Therapod Podcast is sponsored by Therapeutics, a digital platform offering easy-to-understand, video-based therapeutic strategies for children with additional needs. Learn more at therapeutics.io.If something in this episode stays with you, contact your GP as your first port of call, and reach out to family and friends.Follow us on your favourite podcast platform, and on Instagram for book reviews. Topic ideas or queries? Email [email protected] version

Send us Fan MailTherapod’s new inclusive education series begins. Banu Balaji welcomes co-host Karolina, an inclusion specialist in Singapore, to talk about strengths-based inclusion, the power of play, and why small adaptations and curious teachers make the biggest difference.Keywords: inclusive education, inclusion specialist, early years, play-based learning, neurodivergent children, occupational therapy, special educational needs, teacher collaboration, emotional regulation, executive function, preschool inclusion, Therapod Podcast

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