The Play Coaches

08/22/2026

If your PD doesn't look and sound like this- maybe it's time to rethink it.
The west has been so good to us! We can't wait to share more.

08/22/2026

The play life choose us 💪🏼

08/13/2026

Hey East Central Indiana! Looking for coaching and support at no cost to your program for your infant and toddlers classrooms? Look no further!

Join us at 9am EST for our 2nd Regional Coaching Informational Session!

08/12/2026

Even MORE exciting news!! 🧠

Through the EYI Grant The Play Coaches are able to provide FREE virtual trainings for early childhood providers in Grant, Jay, Blackford, Huntington, Adams, and Wells!

However, we are opening up these trainings at $10 a training for ANYONE who would like to join and learn more about the brain.

If you want to join some awesome trainings, fill out this Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBEI7XBztVGvVt-Ibxt1smFke5sEtuxI1BtcZ3iZJj1PKBNw/viewform?usp=header

08/12/2026

✨ Big news! ✨

What if coaching didn’t pull you away from your classroom… but stepped right into it?

We’re looking for infant, toddler, and young preschool educators (ages 0–3) to join a FREE 6-month coaching cohort where you’ll receive individualized coaching, in-class support, observations, professional learning, and access to E-DECA—all designed to help you thrive.

Research consistently shows that coaching is one of the most effective forms of professional development because it’s ongoing, individualized, and embedded in real classroom experiences. Educators who receive coaching are more likely to implement high-quality teaching practices, strengthen teacher-child relationships, and create learning environments where children thrive.

💚 This incredible opportunity is completely FREE thanks to the Early Years Initiative Grant, made possible through Indiana Wesleyan University, The Portland Foundation, and United Way of Grant County.

We’re so grateful for partners who believe in investing in early childhood educators and the children they serve.

📍Serving Jay, Grant, Blackford, Adams, Wells, and Huntington counties.

📧 Email [email protected] to register for one of our virtual informational meetings on August 12 or 13.

Because when we invest in educators, we change classrooms. And when we change classrooms, we change lives. 💛

08/03/2026

2026 has us packing the bags, hopping on planes, and bringing playful professional learning to educators near + far. ✈️🎤✨

And while we’re already plotting where the Play Coaches are headed in 2027… 👀

We want to bring the play to YOU.

✨ Training + workshops
✨ Keynotes
✨ Virtual learning
✨ Coaching opportunities

Thinking about bringing us to your team in 2027? Message us “ROAD TRIP” and we’ll send you a little something special to get the conversation started. 😉

📩 DM us or email to start planning.

07/31/2026

It always start with us as leaders!

Want to transform your programs culture to one unique that stands out from the rest? Shoot us a message and we will setup a free 20 minute coaching call!

Great staff do not stay because of one team-building activity. Families do not choose a centre because of one polished social media post.

They stay and choose because of the culture they experience consistently.

During their CBG Live breakout, Dani and Wendy Dani & Wendy shared what they have learned from intentionally building a culture of wellbeing — starting with the leaders first.

They explored what works, what does not and how a curious, creative leadership mindset can change the way teams communicate, solve problems and support one another.

Culture is not an extra task on the leader’s list. It is the way every task is approached.

When people feel valued, supported and able to thrive, the impact reaches staff, children and families. That is the kind of culture people want to join — and do not want to leave. ❤️

07/23/2026

Come see us in Florida next week!!!

Well-being culture starts with the leader first!

07/23/2026

Welcome to our humble abode. 🏡📦😂

Turns out, one cardboard box can become a house, a rocket ship, a bakery, a veterinarian’s office, or whatever your imagination dreams up. That’s the magic of dramatic play—and it’s one of the most powerful ways children build language, problem-solving, creativity, social skills, and emotional regulation.

At Camp Renegade Play, we’re diving into the why behind dramatic play and 20 ideas for dramatic play that are budget friendly and easy to find!

✨ Camp officially kicked off TODAY!

Our Camp Counselors have been sharing exclusive content that’s only available for the next 24 hours, so don’t miss it!

🏕️ Tap the link in our bio or message “CAMP” and we’ll send you the link to join the fun.

Who’s ready to think outside the box… literally? 📦💛



Amber Unger 🖍️ Play-Based Learning, Jennifer | The Playschool, Jocelyn Manzanarez | ECE music educator +Speaker, Hugs & Bugs Club, Tiger Lily Preschool, Coaching & Learning Resources, Kristen Day | Formerly Kristen RB Peterson, The Artful Child | Creative Programs Toronto, Cathy Belgrave, Wonderforest, Suzanne Cotton, Jessica Karpathios | ECE Consultant ☀️, In home early childhood educator., Storybook Village Preschool, We Skoolhouse, Jenny Yerxa Oliver, Emotions You Know™, MJ | Reggio Inspired Mama 🌱