with Sally Haughey, Fairy Dust Teaching

In this intensive, 90-minute workshop we will demystify the power of play by exploring the compelling neuroscience that proves its essential role in child development. Based on the Play-Activated Learning (PAL) Model from the book Nurturing Brilliance, this session moves beyond theory to provide a clear, science-backed framework for understanding how play builds a smarter, more resilient, and more regulated brain. You will leave with the language and confidence to advocate for play as the gold standard of early education, grounded in a practical understanding of what’s happening inside a child’s mind.