Inspiring Wonder Through Play: Meet Yasmeen Kamrani Sallam

The Woman Behind Tinkerwonderplay: Meet Yasmeen

Yasmeen Kamrani Sallam, known for her influential work in early childhood education (ECE), shares insights from her journey with us here at Paranneting. With over two decades of experience in the field, Yasmeen has established herself as a leader, blending her creativity with education to inspire both children and other educators alike. If you happen to come upon one of TinkerWonderPlay’s social media posts of beautifully crafted play invitations, you are sure to feel the inspiration Yasmeen hopes to share with others.

Background and Education

Yasmeen's impressive career began with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, focusing on marketing and a minor in early childhood education. She then furthered her expertise with a Master’s degree in ECE. "I have over 20 years of experience in the early childhood education field," she explains, reflecting on her time working across various age groups in preschool settings. Her commitment to education is evident, having dedicated her entire career to the same preschools, evolving from classroom roles to administrative leadership across three centers.

Goals and Inspiration

When asked about her goals in working with others, Yasmeen emphasizes the importance of inspiration. "My goal is to inspire educators, families, or anyone with intentional inclusive resources that ignite curiosity, creativity, and wonder," she states. Her approach is deeply rooted in play-based and open-ended experiences, a philosophy that has become a cornerstone of her work. Her play invitations are appealing to the eyes of both children and adults, and thoughtfully celebrate so many things wondrous to children: cultural celebrations and holidays, iconic historic figures, natural elements, and so much more.

Advice to Her Younger Self

Reflecting on her journey, Yasmeen offers a poignant piece of advice to her younger self: "Always honor your creativity, be curious about everything, and see the beauty and wonder all around." This mindset has clearly guided her career and continues to influence her approach to education.

Unique Aspects of Her Work

Yasmeen finds joy in the creative aspects of her role. "I get to be creative every day in any way," she shares, highlighting the uniqueness of her work. Her ability to weave creativity into educational practice sets her apart and fuels her passion for early childhood education.

Additionally, she shares a sentiment that captures the essence of her work: "Early childhood is the most magical, wondrous years." Her dedication to nurturing this magic through education is evident in every aspect of her career, making her a cherished figure in the early childhood education community.

Looking to find Yasmeen on social media? You can find tons of inspiration for educational activities to set up at home (or maybe in your classroom, daycare, center?) just like in the photos above. Yasmeen covers such a variety of topics, historical figures and cultural histories- providing a well-rounded curriculum.

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