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Mentioned in 11 episodes

Free to Learn

Book • 2018

In "Free to Learn," Peter Gray argues for a more child-centered approach to education, emphasizing the importance of unstructured play and exploration in a child's development.

He challenges traditional schooling methods, advocating for increased autonomy and freedom for children to learn at their own pace and in their own way.

Gray draws on anthropological research and evolutionary psychology to support his claims, highlighting the detrimental effects of excessive adult supervision and control.

The book promotes a shift towards a more playful and less structured learning environment, fostering creativity, self-reliance, and a love of learning.

It offers practical advice for parents and educators seeking to create more enriching and empowering experiences for children.

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Mentioned in 11 episodes

Mentioned by

Nir Eyal

when discussing the importance of autonomy for children's psychological well-being.

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Mentioned by

Tony Riddle

while discussing the importance of play in child development.

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Mentioned by

John Papola

and

Lenore Skenazy

as a book about the importance of unsupervised play for children's development.

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Mentioned by

Ben Greenfield

when discussing his reading habits and how he shares books with his sons.

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Mentioned by

Dr. Alan Nelson

while discussing the importance of free play for children.

111: The Secret to Unlocking Leadership Potential in Your Kids | Dr. Alan Nelson

Mentioned by Alfonso Mendoza as an insightful resource discussing the importance of recess and its impact on student development.

Episode 331: Erik Parsons

Mentioned by

Curt Jaimungal

in the introduction of the podcast.

Peter Gray on Unschooling and Teaching Children without Hierarchies

Mentioned by

Ginny Yurich

in the conversation about the change in recess times in schools.

1KHO 508: They Said He Needed Drugs for Life. He Was Six. | Barbie Rivera, Enough is Enough

Mentioned by

Ben Greenfield

as a book he read and found valuable in his exploration of unschooling and independent education.

"America's Worst Mom" Explains Why We Need More Free-Range Parenting & Less Helicopter Parenting: Let Them Grow

Mentioned by

Jenny Erickson

as a recommended book for parents with young children.

1KHO 621: Every Child is a Blessing | Sarah Gabel Seifert, Every Life

Cited by

Ginny Yurich

, referencing Dr. Peter Gray's advocacy for less time in school and more time playing.

1KHO 498: How to Develop Brains That Are Capable of Enjoying Success | Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, What Do You Say?

Mentioned by

Ginny Yurich

when referencing Peter Gray's description of school days when he was a child.

1KHO 644: The Current Crisis in Human Attention | Dr. Marc Berman, Nature and the Mind

Mentioned by

Shankar Vedantam

at the end of the podcast as the book written by

Peter Gray

, a psychologist at Boston College.

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Mentioned by

Angela Hanscom

as one of the top three books that can completely change a family experience.

1KHO 640: Children Improve Their Attention Spans Outside | Angela Hanscom, TimberNook

Mentioned as a book

Julie Bogart

read, alongside Susan Wise Bauer's 'The Well-Trained Mind' and books about Charlotte Mason.

315. The 8 Stages of Homeschooling

Mentioned by

Shankar Vedantam

when introducing

Peter Gray

as the author, highlighting his research on child development.

Parents: Keep Out!

Recommended by

Kerry McDonald

, mentioning that he is a psychology professor at Boston College.

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Mentioned by Kristin who quotes Peter Gray as saying that play is the job of children.

Why These Teachers Let Kids Play 3 Hours a Day

Mentioned by

Ginny Yurich

as a phenomenal book and an interesting read for parents.

1KHO 566: Let Kids Be Kids | Raven Kramer

Mentioned as a groundbreaking work in which the learner-centred model is aligned with Rogers' person-centred idea of psychology.

Bonus Episode . A Christian Perspective on the Life and Work of Psychologist Carl Rogers and his 1961 book. “In Becoming a Person”.

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