Notes from Mindful Play Learning | October 2026
WHERE MINDFULNESS AND PLAY MEET LEARNING AND CONNECTION
From the Founder's Desk
Hello Mindful Play Advocate!
Making room for mindful play can start with something simple: a deep breath, a little movement, or a moment of curiosity. I’ve refreshed the Mindful Play Learning newsletter with ideas and inspiration you can use with the children in your life.
Scan it in one minute or take your time exploring. Each month, I’ll share:
Mindful Play of the Month: A video from our YouTube library with an idea to try.
Mindful Play in Action: A blog story with inspiration for your home, classroom, or community.
Partnership Spotlight: How I’m collaborating with organizations to bring mindful play to more children and families.
Join Me at UCF—Virtually! On October 23, I’ll share “Finding My Path Through Play: How Unexpected Turns Shaped My Purpose” as part of UCF’s Leadership Lecture Series.
October 23, 2026 | 10–11 a.m. ET | Zoom Register here →
Get to Know My Story I’m excited to share my recent OrlandoVoyager feature about my journey and Mindful Play Learning.
Hit reply and tell me: Where would you love more support bringing mindful play into your day?
REMEMBER THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY!
Yolonda Deon Tyler
Founder
Mindful Play Learning
Play of the Month
In this video, find our Fall Fingerplay and bring a little seasonal magic to your learners' day!🍂
Mindful Play in Action
On our website, you will find our blog
Partnership Spotlight
Orlando Community Arts
Mindful Play Learning is excited to partner with Orlando Community Arts to help share the magic of Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker! We’re looking forward to introducing more families to this special production and supporting the arts in our community.
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be hosting Instagram giveaways featuring wonderful prizes from the production. Follow us @mindfulplaylearning and watch for our giveaway posts for your chance to enter and win!
Mindful Resources
Our Mission:
We empower children to imagine the possibilities through mindful play while advancing children's mental health and wellness in the communities we serve
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