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Posts in tag Play-based learning

Posted on April 7, 2026 at 10:23 AM by Sheila Hansen

Play is often seen as simple fun, but in preschool and kindergarten, it is one of the most powerful tools for learning and development. Through play, children explore the world around them, build relationships and develop essential cognitive, social, and emotional skills that form the foundation for lifelong learning. 

Play-based legislation is working its way through the legislative process but has stalled in the Senate. The bill unanimously passed the Iowa House of Representatives on March 2. It also unanimously passed a Senate Subcommittee and full committee — only to be placed on the debate calendar and then suddenly pulled from debate this week.

Categories: Early childhood

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