ABOUT US

How can we promote play as a useful, accessible and effective approach for children’s learning? That’s what we ask ourselves each day. That’s why you’re here, to enrich your imagination and explore the answers and solutions that will delight children.

Founded by Kimberly Martin.

Play-Morr founder and much-loved early education expert, Kimberly Martin has been fortunate to support children’s development for over a decade.

After earning her bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Development from Georgia Southern University, she embarked on her own adventure into early childhood and dedicated her passion to joining children in nature-based settings, virtual learning environments, as an associate Pre-K teacher, and becoming a Georgia Approved ECE Trainer. She also has contributions to Atlanta Parent Magazine and Flourish Magazine.

From the playground to play rooms, she’s witnessed the transformational power of play. Creating this platform allows us to form a partnership that will connect, educate, and promote the benefits of this powerful approach.

Kim agreed. Play isn’t a distraction from learning, but the first step toward academic and personal success. Our mission is to help families and educators balance structured academics with impactful, free play.

HOLY MOLY. Fun Learning?!

The Science doesn’t lie.

Studies show that play promotes brain development, enhances focus, and improves social-emotional skills. From infancy through early childhood, children who engage in regular, purposeful play often excel in math, reading, and problem-solving.

Miller and Almon (2009) state, “the power of play as the engine of learning in early childhood and as a vital force for young children’s physical, social, and emotional development is beyond question” (p. 8). Through play, children entering kindergarten develop problem solving skills, adaptive abilities, and social skills (Ortlieb, 2010).