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I'll never forget standing in front of a room full of leaders during a workshop, balancing a spoon on my nose.
At first, there were polite smiles and a few stifled laughs. Then, as I wobbled and the spoon clattered to the floor, people relaxed. Laughter rippled through the room, not at me but with me. The energy changed, and suddenly, we weren't just a group of professionals. We were humans, sharing a moment of joy and connection.
That's the magic of allowing ourselves to be silly.
In leadership and parenting, playfulness builds bridges that control and perfection never can. This week, rediscover the powerful bonds that come when you let go and let joy lead. Let's dive in!
Big News – 365 Days of Play Is Now Available Worldwide!
The wait is over! Our much-anticipated book, 365 Days of Play, is now open for global pre-order, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you.
This isn’t just a book. It’s an invitation to make play part of your everyday life. Packed with creative challenges, uplifting stories, and science-backed activities, 365 Days of Play offers a playful spark for families, friends, classrooms, and even solo adventurers ready to rediscover joy.
We’ve brought together everything we know about connection, happiness, and wellbeing into one beautiful guide, and now it’s available around the world.
Pre-order today from your favourite bookseller:
Amazon, Booktopia, and Barnes and Noble
Daily Mission Cards
How often do you rush through your day without pausing just to enjoy the moment? We get so caught up in tasks that we forget the joy of doing something purely for fun.
Today’s mission is to be a little silly: draw a funny picture or write the most ridiculous poem you can think of, then send it as a handwritten card or letter to someone you care about.
This isn’t about creating a masterpiece but letting go of seriousness and making someone’s day a little brighter.
Want more ideas like this? Grab the Kindness and Happiness Mission Cards and fill your week with playful, joy-filled moments!
Happy Face Mean Face
One of the hardest things to balance in leadership or parenting is knowing when to guide and when to let go. Play offers a perfect middle ground, and this week’s game proves it.
Happy Face, Mean Face is a lively, laugh-out-loud activity that gives participants a structured space to express themselves. Players face off in pairs, jumping, spinning, pulling silly faces, and racing to tag each other.
The spontaneity and structure strengthen confidence and connection along the way.
Download this game to bring more energy and a healthy challenge into your sessions!
Wellness with a Twist of Fun
It is easy for classrooms and workplaces to slip into routine, where the tasks get done, but the people feel overlooked or disconnected. That’s why we’ve created Wellness with a Twist of Fun, a pre-recorded session you can watch anytime.
Inside, you’ll discover simple, playful ways to invite mindfulness, gratitude, and social connection into your everyday moments. It’s designed to help you strengthen the human connections that make work and life truly meaningful.
Save this course for later. Press play when ready, and bring more heart and fun into your world!
Inspiring 2 Days at Belgrave South Primary
We wrapped up two inspiring days at Belgrave South Primary, where we ran our Next Generation Leadership program with the amazing Grade 5 and 6 students. Together, we explored how they can connect as a team and leave a positive legacy before heading into secondary school.
A massive thank you to the entire Belgrave South community. Working with all the students has been an absolute privilege. Your energy, kindness, and openness made this an unforgettable experience!
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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