do.
“eventually” might be a long time. i think the best location for kids to play is a place they can get to on their own today. one crucial point about loose parts play is that when it’s hyper-local, the loose parts can be left behind from day to day. so, the parts may not have to be neatly collected in a bag at the end of every session. projects can be continued, and built upon, day after day, so that much more complex projects can be built. also, the folklore that comes along with those parts can become a lot deeper.
it’s wonderful to hear from you. i very much appreciate 