Bev Bos brings her years of teaching and presentation experience to this workshop which utilizes elements of child development, brain research, and learning styles as it foundation. By examining what distinguishes a brain impoverished environment from a brain enriching environment, participants will strengthen their understanding of how children learn as well as enhance their ability to address the needs of children both at school and home. Real play is essential to development as a contributor to the well-being of all young children. The presenters’ concern regarding the possibility of society’s having gone too far past remembering how to play and why it is crucial to our survival as a species will be discussed. Images of the Roseville Community Preschool to be included.