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365 Days of Play!


We're still on track with our 365 day photo challenge!

Here are the glimpses into our playful days from the past week:

Day 22: If you're going to play with a fire truck... You might as well wear a fire hat!

Day 23:  Snow Cakes!
Day 24:  On Our Way Outside to Play!

Day 25: Cardboard Classic

Day 26: Dane is reading

Day 27:  GEOBOARDS! "Look, I'm making squares!"

Day 28: Hula Hoops!


Have you been playing?
Are you up for the 365 Challenge?

We are joining in on the challenge proposed by Donna over at Irresistible Ideas for Play Based Learning on their Facebook page. 

We are capturing one photo, one second a day to share with you our 365 days of play! Each day, the photos are being posted to our Facebook page, and once a week, I'll share updates here on the blog.


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