DiscoverThe Everything ECE Podcast#195: Loose Parts in Early Childhood wih Angela Odusanya
#195: Loose Parts in Early Childhood wih Angela Odusanya

#195: Loose Parts in Early Childhood wih Angela Odusanya

Update: 2025-06-20
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In this episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla Ward sits down with Angela Odusanya - Registered Early Childhood Educator, Ontario Certified Teacher, and children’s book author - to explore how loose parts play transformed her classroom practice and perspective on children's creativity. Angela shares her personal "aha moment," the calming magic of loose parts, and how educators can start small without feeling overwhelmed.

We also dive into how her book Amelia’s Loose Part Art introduces loose parts art in a relatable and inspiring way - and why loose parts belong in the curriculum from early years through to Grade 8. Whether you’re hesitant about the mess or unsure how to link it to learning outcomes, Angela’s insights will inspire you to rethink how children build, imagine, and connect through open-ended materials.


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#195: Loose Parts in Early Childhood wih Angela Odusanya

#195: Loose Parts in Early Childhood wih Angela Odusanya

Carla Ward