Let’s Play! Multilingual Children’s Joyful Learning in PreK-3

Get ready to explore the world of play for young multilingual children! In this workshop, you'll discover the benefits of play for language development and overall learning. Gain strategies for creating joyful, engaging learning experiences that will inspire and empower every child. Ignite the power of play and watch your young multilingual learners thrive!

Time to complete: approx. 2 hours

What to expect

You will have opportunities to observe multilingual children playing, hear from other educators about how they integrate play into their teaching practices, and examine local factors that impact play for multilingual children. 

What you'll learn

Participants who complete this workshop will be able to

  • Reflect on play, especially as form of learning
  • Recognize and explore characteristics of joyful learning.
  • Share and promote the benefits of play for multilingual children in PreK-3.
  • Identify opportunities to incorporate joyful learning with multilingual children in local contexts.
  • Recognize local factors that impact play for multilingual children in PreK-3.

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Enrollment details

Ready to get started?

  1. Log in to your WIDA Secure Portal account. Don’t have an account yet? Visit your Member/State page to learn how.
  2. Go to "Professional Learning" in the Portal main menu to view available virtual workshops.
  3. Complete a virtual workshop and print your certificate.

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