Transforming Teacher Well-being and Student Learning Through the Science of Play
Play Savers! NeuroPlay Education combines cutting-edge neuroscience research with the natural power of play to enhance both educator wellness and student learning outcomes. This research-based approach helps teachers understand how play literally rewires the brain for better learning, emotional regulation, and cognitive development.
Our engaging, hands-on professional development connected to your school's curriculum and standards provides educators with practical strategies that harness the brain's natural learning processes through play. Participants will leave with both personal wellness tools and immediately implementable classroom strategies.
Understand the Science Behind Play:
Key brain structures that impact learning, well-being, and behavior
How play builds cognitive thinking and strengthens inhibitory control
Neuroplasticity principles and practical ways to encourage brain growth and adaptation
Experience Play for Personal Well-being:
Participate in enjoyable, research-backed adult play activities that reduce stress and boost wellness
Understand how play supports teacher resilience and job satisfaction
Learn self-care strategies rooted in neuroscience
Apply Learning in the Classroom:
Discover how play activities can be adapted for students of all ages
Receive a simple framework for connecting academic standards and curriculum to playful learning
Work directly with your school's specific curriculum standards to create playful learning connections
Practice integrating play-based approaches with your existing teaching goals and required content
Leave with concrete strategies tailored to your curriculum that you can implement immediately
Half-day: +$50 for each additional group of 5 people
Full-day: +$75 for each additional group of 5 people
Free travel within 40 miles of Norman, Oklahoma
Beyond 40 miles: $0.50 per mile travel charge
Prior to the training, I consult with school leaders to understand your specific priorities, learning goals, current curriculum standards, and existing initiatives. This ensures the session directly connects NeuroPlay strategies to your required academic content while introducing the transformative benefits of brain-based play learning.
Dr. Erin M. Casey is an Associate Professor in Early Childhood and General Education with specialized training in neuroscience and education through Dr. Judy Willis's program at the University of California, Santa Barbara's Intensive Optimal Learning for the Brain program. As part of the Play Savers team and the Playful Educator Project, she is passionate about helping educators discover how play can be both personally rejuvenating and professionally powerful.
