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I remember speaking with a teacher who felt stuck. “I’ve got content to cover, assessments to track, and barely enough space to breathe, let alone play,” she said.
Sound familiar?
In so many schools, the pressure to meet standards pushes creativity to the edges. But here’s what we know: when we invite play into the classroom design as a core strategy, students come alive.
They move with purpose. They learn without even realising they’re learning.
This week, we’ll explore how to bring that energy into your space. From active and creative movement to flexible routines, we’ve compiled practical ideas you can use right away—no renovation required. Let’s dive in!
Just Released: Two New Books That Make Play a Daily Habit
We’re excited to share that our latest books are now officially released and available globally! If you’ve been following our updates, you already know what a labour of love these have been, and now you can finally add them to your collection.
🌍🌍 365 Days of Play
A daily invitation to joy, movement, and meaningful connection for families, educators, and anyone ready to bring more play into everyday life.
Available now on:
Amba Children's Publishing, Amazon, Booktopia, and Barnes & Noble
🚀 The Playful Astronauts
A beautifully illustrated children’s book that turns space adventures into life lessons, complete with QR-coded missions, games, and reflection tools for families and educators.
Available now on:
Amba Children's Publishing, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Booktopia
Grab your copies, flip to today’s page, and let the play begin!
FREE Resource: Turn Your Classroom into a Mystery Zone
Imagine the kids walking into class and discovering their teacher has vanished...
All that’s left are cryptic clues, hidden items, and a trail of puzzles to solve.
Cluedo Teacher Hide & Seek is an exciting, fully customisable mystery game that gets students up, moving, and thinking.
Perfect to jump-start play in your classroom. Use this to foster collaboration through team-based problem-solving, spark curiosity in a low-pressure format, and incorporate movement and storytelling into any lesson.
Download and print the resources, and let the game begin!
Daily Mission Cards
One of the most common concerns we hear in play-based settings is this: “How can I add more movement without losing control of the room?”
It’s a valid question. The solution is to channel movement with intention.
Today’s mission is a perfect example:
Challenge your students to keep a balloon (or a soft ball) in the air using any part of their body. Add layers of difficulty like:
- Balancing on one foot
- Using only elbows or knees
- Working in pairs or teams
Low-stakes, high-fun game. It’s playful regulation in action.
Want more ideas like this? Grab your Creative Play and Movement Mission Cards and unlock a whole stack of creative energy for your classroom!
Lego Team Challenge
Pressed for time but still want students moving and thinking?
In the Lego Team Challenge, students complete physical tasks within 30 minutes to earn Lego pieces, then use them to build something extraordinary.
You can crown a winner based on the most creative structure or the tallest tower.
The best part? You don’t need fancy equipment or extensive preparation.
Just a bucket of Lego, some open space, and a classroom full of energy ready to be channelled into fun and fitness.
Sign up to get the complete game guide and bring your classroom to life!
Designing your approach with active learning
When teachers are already stretched thin, introducing more creative work can feel overwhelming without training or support.
That's why Sean de Morton is here: to share exciting strategies to infuse your lessons with active learning and play. Whether you’re new to movement-based learning or looking to elevate your current approach, Sean’s ideas are created for real classrooms and real teachers.
You’ll learn how to:
- Overcome hesitation around trying new, energetic approaches
- Engage students without losing structure or purpose
- Make learning feel joyful, inclusive, and meaningful
Sign up to watch the webinar and start making active learning your new normal!
Inspiring the Next Generation at Casey Youth Summit
We were honoured to help close the 2025 Casey Youth Summit at Bunjil Place, an incredible event that brought together over 150 student leaders from 14 local schools. The energy and vision of these young people left us feeling hopeful.
A heartfelt thank you to Casey Youth Services for including us in such a powerful day of celebration and future-focused leadership.
Join us on this global journey of joy and connection! If you want to bring The School of Play to your community, fill out the form here ➡
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