Rest, Play, Grow is a year long initiative focussed on young children and how educators can come
alongside to nurture resilience and emotional maturation. Working closely with Dr. Deborah
MacNamara, school teams will reflect on how the Early Learning Framework is aligned with research
and developmental science, all of which are clear about what makes a difference for children’s
healthy development: play, connection, and four essential experiences necessary for the unfolding of
human potential. Participants will gain new insight into how to cultivate these conditions in their
classrooms and throughout the school community so all children can thrive.