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Scenario

Why adults over-direct children's natural play

I catch myself directing my toddler's play, showing him the 'right' way to stack blocks or sort colors, and I wonder when I became so controlling.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The adult has forgotten that mastery emerges from exploration, not instruction, and that their anxiety masquerades as helpfulness.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Play and learning — Vygotsky and beyond?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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