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Whether we’re supporting kids at home or in a classroom, it’s easy to feel like we need to keep them engaged every second—planning the next activity, jumping in to entertain, or filling any moment of quiet. But what if those pauses are where creativity takes root? As the founder of Mothercould and author of Playful by Design, Myriam reminds us that a little boredom isn’t about disengagement—it’s an opening. A chance for kids to tap into their own ideas, interests, and imaginations. This perspective applies whether we’re designing a home play space or creating classroom environments that foster creativity, confidence, and learner ownership. Here are a few ideas from our conversation that stuck with me: ✅ Boredom can spark brilliance. When we give kids space to be bored, we give them room to create, problem-solve, and build independence. ✅ Play is serious learning. Open-ended, sensory-rich play builds real-world skills—from resilience to motor coordination. ✅ Practical beats polished. Whether at home or school, play spaces don’t have to be perfect—they just need to be functional and inviting. ✅ Independent play helps us, too. When kids feel confident to explore on their own, we gain the breathing room to focus, recharge, or connect more intentionally. This isn’t about checking out or lowering expectations—it’s about trusting kids to engage meaningfully when given the chance. And that’s something we all benefit from. Scroll down to 📄 read the full article or 🎧 listen to the episode.⬇
Let’s keep noticing, evolving, and thriving—with curiosity and care.
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