2020 – IPA USA

Porch Play Chat with Ross Thompson on Figuring out ways to say yes to big-body/rough-and-play/risky-play — “It doesn’t mean Wrestlemania on Monday morning.”

IPA ADMIN December 14, 2020August 29, 2020No Comment

Porch Play Chats are conversations with experts regarding topics related to play. Sponsored by the American Association for Promoting the Child’s Right to Play or more affectionately known as IPA USA, these Porch Play Chats bring nuggets of information to help you incorporate more play into children’s day. To learn more about IPA USA, visit…

Porch Play Chat with Brad Roberts on the Play Opportunities for all Children with Disabilities

IPA ADMIN December 7, 2020August 24, 2020No Comment

Just released is the Porch Play Chat with Brad Roberts on the importance of access to play for children with disabilities.. Click on the Youtube or Facebook icon on the top right of the page to see the latest Porch Play Chat. Brad has also provided a list of resources to help you find equipment…

Porch Play Chat with Marcy Guddemi

IPA ADMIN November 30, 2020August 26, 2020No Comment

Just released is the Porch Play Chat with Marcy Guddemi on the Therapeutic Value of Play. Click on the Youtube or Facebook icon on the top right of the page to see the latest Porch Play Chat. If you are interested in joining Lisa and I in a recording a Porch Play Chat, email me…

IPA USA Porch Play Chats with Pat Rumbaugh on PlayDays, However You Can Dream Them

IPA ADMIN November 23, 2020August 26, 2020No Comment

The newest Porch Play Chat with Pat Rumbaugh on Playdays, however, you can dream them was released this morning on your YouTube and Facebook pages. You can visit our YouTube and Facebook pages by clicking on the icons in the upper right corner of the Website.

Play Advocates Join Dr. Drew in a Play Experience

IPA ADMIN November 22, 2020November 22, 2020No Comment

Early Childhood Teachers, parents, professors…join us Saturday December 5 9:00-10:30am PT (10-11:30 MT, 11-12:30 CT, 12-1:30 ET) for virtual Play Experience #4. I am thrilled to join with Dr. Walter F. Drew, and special guests Cindy Hoisington and Peggy Ashbrook as we explore the intersection of play and STEM. Link to Flyer: https://bit.ly/PlayExperience4Flyer

Child Development Experts Share How to Re-create an Adventure Playground in Your Home

IPA ADMIN November 17, 2020February 20, 2021No Comment

This just came across my email and I thought you might enjoy it. Here is an article on what Adventure Playgrounds are and how you can go about creating one in your own neighborhood. If you want to learn more about Adventure Playgrounds, be sure to watch the Porch Play Chat by our very own…

IPA USA Porch Play Chats with Deb Lawrence on What are Dispositions or Approaches to Learning?

IPA ADMIN November 16, 2020August 26, 2020No Comment

The newest Porch Play Chat with Deb Lawrence on What are Dispositions or Approaches to Learning? was released this morning on your YouTube and Facebook pages. You can visit our YouTube and Facebook pages by clicking on the icons in the upper right corner of the Website.

IPA USA Porch Play Chats with Whitney Woodward on Virtual School Doesn’t Have a Playground

IPA ADMIN November 9, 2020August 26, 2020No Comment

The newest Porch Play Chat with Whitney Woodward on Virtual School Doesn’t Have a Playground was released this morning on your YouTube and Facebook pages. You can visit our YouTube and Facebook pages by clicking on the icons in the upper right corner of the Website.

Play, Play-Based Learning Important Now More Than Ever

IPA ADMIN November 6, 2020November 6, 2020No Comment

Lisa Latimer and I were recently interviewed by Michael Niehoff for an article on the importance of Play. You can find the article here. It might be helpful in your advocacy efforts. Play, Play-Based Learning Important Now More Than Ever

IPA USA Porch Play Chats with Emma Tempest on Self Care Through Play

IPA ADMIN November 2, 2020August 26, 2020No Comment

The newest Porch Play Chat with Emma Tempest on Self Care Through Play was released this morning on your YouTube and Facebook pages. You can visit our YouTube and Facebook pages by clicking on the icons in the upper right corner of the Website.

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