
What if the best kind of learning looked a whole lot like play? Welcome to Play Happens - the podcast for parents, educators and caregivers who want to understand why play isn’t just fun, it’s fundamental. Hosted by Jess - a teacher, play advocate and mum - each episode explores the messy, joyful and sometimes unexpected ways children grow through play. You’ll get practical tips, myth-busting insi... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 52 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingKids & Family | |||

Do you ever lie awake wondering if you're getting parenting "right"?
In this episode, I explore the constant self-questioning so many parents experience - from screen time and boundaries to play, boredom and comparison. Discover why the fact that yo... more
Having a newborn and a toddler means juggling two very different stages of development and it can feel impossible to meet both of their needs.
In this episode, I share what I learnt during our "two under two" months, how letting go of expectations m... more
Independent play isn't something children either can or can't do - it's a skill that develops over time. In this episode, we're unpacking why children often ask adults to play, what's really behind those constant requests for our attention and practi... more
Siblings fighting again? You're not alone.
In this episode of Play Happens Podcast, I’m talking about why sibling conflict is a normal part of childhood and what our role as parents really is. From arguments over toys to physical disagreements, we'l... more
✨ Play Happens is hosted by Jessica Degenhardt - Primary Educator, Masters in Special & Inclusive Education and passionate play advocate.
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Are we pushing academics too early?
In this episode, I unpack the growing pressure for children to read, write, and count before they even start school and why play may actually be the most important preparation for learning and for life.
I explore... more
Can children still experience rich, meaningful play in small homes and crowded classrooms? Absolutely!
In today’s episode, I’m answering a question from a teacher who wants to include more play in her classroom but worries there simply isn’t enough ... more
Are we accidentally protecting kids from the very experiences that help them build resilience?
In this episode, I explore why children need opportunities to experience manageable discomfort - things like boredom, frustration, disappointment, failure... more
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