This week we talk all about letting the materials loose! Using materials all across the room and not just for it's intended area can be called cross-area play. We talk about the benefits and some great ideas from a NAEYC article as well as what it looks like in my classroom. We also talk about the mess it can create and tips and tricks for cleaning up said mess. Check out a quick look at cross-area play in one of my instagram reels. For more awesome info on open-ended child-led play check out Pre-K Spot and follow me on Instagram.