Rich vocabulary is essential to a child's ability to read. We explore how picture books and activities expand language understanding.

While Learn From Play might look like it's run by a large company, it's actually just myself, Rachel McCann and my husband Paddy.

This tour was a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow educators and librarians dedicated to children's engagement and education.

Teaching art through literature not only nurtures creativity but also enhances literacy skills, critical thinking, and cultural awareness.

In today's multicultural society, a literacy-first approach provides a powerful way to foster empathy, respect, and a sense of community.

Using Canva, we have been bringing books to life, and my students have been growing their skills in multimodal literacy with book trailers.

NAIDOC Week, from the 7th to the14th of July is an opportunity to delve deeper into understanding and appreciating Australia's rich history.

By weaving together the captivating worlds of science with engaging books, teachers can spark a passion for reading.

One effective way to cultivate empathy in younger children is through the use of fiction, non-fiction, and picture books.

Using picture books to teach historical concepts and facts offers a gateway to the past while enriching young minds with vivid imagery...

At Learn From Play, we are advocates for a literacy-first approach to education and the benefits this method of instruction can provide...

Teaching children about friendship through literacy is an invaluable tool for their social and emotional development.

At Learn From Play, we are advocates for immersive learning experiences that captivate young minds and ignite a lifelong love for...

A fun way to train children's short term memories.

We are delighted to unveil the third instalment in our "Molly the Marsupial Mouse" series

As the offical provider of National Simultaneous Storytime resources for the fifth year in a row we are excited to bring you loads of...

Hey there, it’s Rachel and Paddy from Learn From Play. Have you seen our original picture books and short stories?  Read on to find out...

Welcome to the start of the school year for 2024. We are going to have an amazing year together as I am now teaching just three days per...

The following is a gift from us to the hard working teachers who need a fun way to keep their class motivated and having fun during the...

It is so rewarding to see a child develop language and literacy skills while building friendships with their peers through physical...