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Playtime isn’t just for fun—it’s one of the richest learning environments teachers have, especially in early childhood settings. At playschool, expert educators use moments of play to nurture children’s development across many domains: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, and creativity. Below, we look at how teachers make that happen, using Australian best practices and examples, plus ideas you can see in action at playschool. What Play-Based Learning Means According to E