HEY, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS!
Kristen is taking professional development on the road and is headed to 20 U.S. Cities on The Play Tour in 2026!
See where you can catch Kristen in person on the tour on 2026.
HI! I'M KRISTEN DAY
YOUR NEW PLAY BASED BFF!
LET'S DO THIS THING!
I’m Kristen Day (formerly Kristen RB Peterson) keynote speaker, author, podcaster, and play-based learning consultant.
I help conferences, schools, and educators rethink “readiness” and reconnect with what children actually need to learn and thrive.
I’m the founder of a play- and nature-based preschool and forest school in central Minnesota, host of The Play-Based Learning Podcast, and author of I’m Not Getting Them Ready for Kindergarten! My work includes keynotes and trainings, The Play to Standards Framework, and digital courses for teachers who want play-based learning that’s research-aligned and realistic for real classrooms.
With a B.A. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education (and after “retiring” from the classroom to travel and work with educators worldwide) I support early childhood audiences in creating developmentally appropriate environments that honor both children and teachers.
I believe play is serious learning, childhood isn’t meant to be rushed, and educators deserve support that actually makes sense.
Learn more about me!
EMPOWERING EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS THAT ARE READY TO IMPLEMENT MORE PLAY INTO THE LIVES OF THE CHILDREN THEY SERVE WITH FREE RESOURCES, ON-DEMAND TRAININGS, DIGITAL COURSES, KEYNOTES, WORKSHOPS AND TRAININGS.
how we can
WORK TOGETHER
For School & District Leaders
Kristen partners with school leaders to strengthen kindergarten readiness by aligning play-based learning to standards; supporting consistent instruction, measurable learning outcomes, and stronger foundational skills in PreK–2 classrooms
Schools and Administrators
HIRE KRISTEN FOR YOUR NEXT CONFERENCE OR PD DAY!
Kristen delivers dynamic keynotes and hands-on trainings that inspire early childhood educators to embrace play, wonder, and creativity for truly developmentally appropriate learning environments.
KEYNOTES/WORKSHOPS
Digital Courses and On-Demand Trainings
Check out Kristen's courses and on-demand trainings to help you lean into play!
DIGITAL COURSES
“I just want to say how grateful and amazed I am to have found your platform. I look forward to reading all your messages and always have a smile on my face as I eagerly consume all that you share!!! Just a simple thank you for being you!!! .”
Amanda Spencer
Preschool Teacher
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Need help getting others 'on board' with play?
Check out Kristen's Play Provisions - 12 months of resources based in the psychology of change to help you teach others about play!
FREE RESOURCE ALERT!
THE PLAY BASICS DIGITAL COURSE
Ready to dive into PLAY? In this mini-course, you will get access to an interview with Dr. Peter Gray where he defines the 5 characteristics of play. Plus... 5 more videos to help you get a basic understanding about the building blocks of play. PD hours included!
