Ruth Vercoe

Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas

Kids EN ↓ 77 episodes

Kia ora, Hello! I’m Ruth Vercoe, a teacher-turned-mum, here on a mission to demystify Child’s Play through understanding play schemas. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, 'Why is my child doing that?' —whether it’s throwing their soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up their crayons —then you’re in the right place, and certainly not alone. Here, we’ll explore the magic of play through the lens of play schemas—those hidden repeated patterns in your child’s behaviour that hold the key to unlocking more meaningful play and connection. Join me each week as we dive into playful in...

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Ruth Vercoe

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002 Unlocking Play Schemas: Understand & Support Playful Learning 13.11.2024 19:43

Join us for the 2026 Family Preset from the 12-16th January. Jump on the waitlist here! Hey there! 👋 Ever wondered why your child keeps repeating the same actions, like throwing toys, moving objects around, or spinning in circles? Believe it or not, there's a fascinating reason behind these repetitive behaviours. They’re called play schemas—patterns of play that help kids explore and make se...

001 Play Schemas: Demystifying Childs Play 08.11.2024 15:21

Join us for the 2026 Family Preset from the 12-16th January. Jump on the waitlist here! Welcome to the first episode of "Demystifying Child’s Play"! I’m Ruth Vercoe, and today we’re diving into the fascinating world of play schemas—the patterns that shape how children learn and grow through play. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver of children aged 0-7, this episode i...