Before revealing this project’s post and links, here’s a preview of the next word: quest. I also have a question: will you adopt a letter (S-Z) and collaborate on an Alpha Quest? See details and sign up here! 🙌🏻
ALPHA BITS
You can find the post for play here and also on the homepage. Here are the quick bits:
The project’s illustration showcases eight play personalities. Read the post and determine which personality (or personalities) resonate with you!
I reference reasons why I’m fascinated with play, including my brief experience with play histories and an understanding of the benefits of play for adults.
I also share the recipe I used as a base for my own experimental cafe-scented play dough
CONNECTION(S)
This section is for my email friends—you won’t find it on Alpha Projects. Perhaps you’ll find something to share with one of your friends?
Create your own “play list” a la Brené Brown (h/t Abby!)
Be inspired by Improv Everywhere, a “New York City-based comedy collective that stages unexpected performances in public places” (I ♥️ NY!)
Smile at these fun illustrations while learning more about the eight play types
Read about how play leads to “instant empathy” (h/t Matthew!)
Master “kidulting” thanks to a book on the subject (looks promising!)
Watch the TED-endorsed talk by Stuart Brown on why “play is more than just fun”
The next word is quest. I’m excited to break tradition and invite *you* to adopt a letter to do your own 2 week-ish Alpha Quest. Find more details and sign up here.👈🏻
Or if you know someone who would make a great Alpha Quests contributor, you can can have them sign up.