Building Bonds of Identity and Happiness in Childhood: A Creative Play Program

Abstract

This research encompasses the theoretical foundation of the “Zero to Always” policy, including the guiding activities in art, environment, children’s literature, and play, as proposed by the Ministry of National Education and endorsed by the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare. This conceptual framework invites the re-signification of knowledge and practices that every educational agent and pedagogue must keep in mind, both in their theoretical discourse and practical performance, as facilitators of the integral development of children.

This approach requires engagement with multiple disciplines that support the development of aptitudes, attitudes, skills, intelligences, creativity, and imaginative thinking, aiming to materialize comprehensive growth and education. It also involves the organization of real physical spaces, with the support of families who, by integrating into the school environment, help foster the creation of happy children with a strong sense of identity.

In the 21st century, given the numerous findings regarding the factors that should surround early education, what is needed is researchers sensitive to leadership collaboration, capable of operationalizing both international and national regulations to leave lasting affective and social bonds in children.