Play Curriculum in Early Childhood Development
Play development is progressive and can change rapidly or slowly depending on the child's own level of progression.
This is very important to remember as we, early childhood educators, develop lesson plans and instructional methods that are characteristically child-centered.
It is both fascinating and challenging at times to see how child-centered learning translates into every developmental level. Here is a helpful website with various "classroom" links filled with activities for children ages 2-5 years old http://www.preschooleducation.com/...
Arts & Crafts
Books
Book Reviews
Bulletin Board
Calendar of Fun
Circle Time
Computer Related Reviews
Dramatic Play
Felt Board
Games
Incentives
Learning Letters
Math
Music Review
Music & Songs
Parent Corner
Science & Sensory
Snacks
Teachers Lounge
Theme Days
Theme Topics
Useful Recipes
Here are some more helpful resources on PLAY:
Cohen, David. (2006). The development of play. (3rd ed.). New York: Routledge.
Laureate Education, Inc. (Producer). (2010a). Child-Centered Learning [DVD]. Early childhood development. Baltimore, MD: Author.
Laureate Education, Inc. (Producer). (2010b). Child-Centered Learning In Practice [DVD]. Early childhood development. Baltimore, MD: Author.
Playwork [Article]. (2004). Retrieved March 23, 2011, from http://www.skillsactive.com/playwork/principles
Wardle, F. (1987). Getting back to the basics of children's play. Child Care Information Exchange, Sept., 27-30.
Wardle, F. (n.d.). Play as curriculum. Retrieved August 1, 2010, from http://www.earlychildhoodnews.com/earlychildhood/article_view.aspx?ArticleID=127
Early Childhood Language Development
STARTS HERE
What effects do ASL have on Early Childhood Language Development?
Does your child have MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES?
For a complete list of current Early Childhood Resources visit:
http://eleazar-lazarosecr.blogspot.com/
Site Includes Resources On:
Sensory Integration Dysfunction
Sensory Processing Disorder
Conscious Discipline
Global Support for Children's Rights & Well-Being
Professional Journals from Walden University Library
and a special Web Tour of High Scope Curriculum
