Play is sometimes underestimated in school settings, especially as children grow older. But research continues to confirm that play is not separate from learning—it is learning.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) emphasizes that play is essential for healthy brain development, especially in helping children build social-emotional skills, self-regulation, and problem-solving abilities.
Innovation begins when children are encouraged to ask questions like “What if?” or “How can I make this better?” In schools that emphasize innovation, students are not passive learners. They become young thinkers and doers—curious about how things work, eager to try new ideas, and not afraid to make mistakes.
According to research from the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development), students who are taught to think creatively and solve problems tend to have higher levels of motivation and deeper understanding of concepts. Innovation in the classroom often comes through project-based learning, where students learn by doing real, meaningful tasks.
At NOLA, this might mean designing a water filter in science class, creating a public health campaign through a theater performance, or building a small robot in our Makerspace.
In today’s world, raising a child who simply memorizes facts is not enough. More than ever, our children need to develop skills that help them think deeply, adapt to change, solve problems, and express themselves.
At NOLA Learning Center, we believe that the key to this kind of learning lies in three powerful elements: creativity, innovation, and play.
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