A full setup of loose parts, open-ended materials, and play stations where children can freely explore, create, and imagine. This is a perfect opportunity for children to dive deep into self-directed play, allowing them to follow their interests, take risks, and engage in problem-solving. Funding for this event is generously provided by the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County.  

Get ready to have fun with your community as we come together to play while celebrating the Early Learning Coalition’s Summer Bash! This fun family event is to help prepare children ages birth to 5 for their kindergarten journey, with all-inclusive activities like:

• FREE play with Rooted in Play

• Fun educational activities

• Free resources from community partners

• Awesome giveaways

• Games

• and more!

Rooted in Play is thrilled to present our new initiative: Popup Playgroups. These engaging sessions provide a unique opportunity for small groups of children to immerse themselves in a world of exploration, creativity, and play.

Our Playgroups offer a more focused and intimate experience compared to our free monthly popups. With a maximum of 10 children per playworker, we are able to provide personalized attention and tailored activities that cater to the specific interests and needs of each child. Registration is required for this event. Details, including registration information, below.

What is a popup adventure playground? A popup is a temporary play space created by children and playworkers, using loose parts like cardboard boxes, tires, rain gutters, and fabric. It allows children to use their imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills to build and explore their own play environment. The benefits of this type of play include measurable increases in well-being, concentration, feelings of mastery, gross and fine motor skills, language and vocabulary, and even better eyesight.

Join the Rooted in Play and the Early Learning Coalition as we come together to play while celebrating creativity in nature! This fun family event is to help prepare children birth to 5 years old for their kindergarten journey. Registration is required (linked below).

A popup adventure playground is a temporary play space created by children and playworkers, using loose parts like cardboard boxes, tires, rain gutters, and fabric. It allows children to use their imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills to build and explore their own play environment. The benefits of this type of play include measurable increases in well-being, concentration, feelings of mastery, gross and fine motor skills, language and vocabulary, and even better eyesight.

Join the Rooted in Play-Group for a journey of imagination and self-directed play! Designed for kids 18 months to 5 years, our 45-minute sessions empower little ones while equipping parents with tools to nurture learning through play at home. Discover engaging loose parts and resources to keep the play going at home. Secure your spot for November's trial playgroups at $20 per session, with refunds for emergencies only. Small, intimate groups limited to 10 participants. Enrich your child's development, one playgroup at a time!

To reserve your spot and see other dates, purchase this play-group in our shop. Once we receive your registration we will email you the registration info.

Join the Rooted in Play-Group for a journey of imagination and self-directed play! Designed for kids 18 months to 5 years, our 45-minute sessions empower little ones while equipping parents with tools to nurture learning through play at home. Discover engaging loose parts and resources to keep the play going at home. Secure your spot for November's trial playgroups at $20 per session, with refunds for emergencies only. Small, intimate groups limited to 10 participants. Enrich your child's development, one playgroup at a time!

To reserve your spot and see other dates, purchase this play-group in our shop. Once we receive your registration we will email you the registration info.

Join the Rooted in Play-Group for a journey of imagination and self-directed play! Designed for kids 18 months to 5 years, our 45-minute sessions empower little ones while equipping parents with tools to nurture learning through play at home. Discover engaging loose parts and resources to keep the play going at home. Secure your spot for November's trial playgroups at $20 per session, with refunds for emergencies only. Small, intimate groups limited to 10 participants. Enrich your child's development, one playgroup at a time!

To reserve your spot and see other dates, purchase this play-group in our shop. Once we receive your registration we will email you the registration info.

Join the Rooted in Play-Group for a journey of imagination and self-directed play! Designed for kids 18 months to 5 years, our 45-minute sessions empower little ones while equipping parents with tools to nurture learning through play at home. Discover engaging loose parts and resources to keep the play going at home. Secure your spot for November's trial playgroups at $20 per session, with refunds for emergencies only. Small, intimate groups limited to 10 participants. Enrich your child's development, one playgroup at a time!

To reserve your spot and see other dates, purchase this play-group in our shop. Once we receive your registration we will email you the registration info.

Join the Rooted in Play-Group for a journey of imagination and self-directed play! Designed for kids 18 months to 5 years, our 45-minute sessions empower little ones while equipping parents with tools to nurture learning through play at home. Discover engaging loose parts and resources to keep the play going at home. Secure your spot for November's trial playgroups at $20 per session, with refunds for emergencies only. Small, intimate groups limited to 10 participants. Enrich your child's development, one playgroup at a time!

To reserve your spot and see other dates, purchase this play-group in our shop. Once we receive your registration we will email you the registration info.

Join the Rooted in Play-Group for a journey of imagination and self-directed play! Designed for kids 18 months to 5 years, our 45-minute sessions empower little ones while equipping parents with tools to nurture learning through play at home. Discover engaging loose parts and resources to keep the play going at home. Secure your spot for November's trial playgroups at $20 per session, with refunds for emergencies only. Small, intimate groups limited to 10 participants. Enrich your child's development, one playgroup at a time!

To reserve your spot and see other dates, purchase this play-group in our shop. Once we receive your registration we will email you the registration info.