PLAY PEDAGOGY
GUIDANCE
Block Play
Social Studies in an Early Childhood Setting
Mixed Bag
100
Created the categories of cognitive play.
Who is Sara Smilansky?
100
The things I did before you came in such as setting up the easel with two smocks, putting up the sign for how many crackers you can have at snack, checking to see that all my tables are well prepared with table top activities.
What is indirect guidance?
100
Carrying blocks
What is the first stage of block play?
100
I learn about roles of my family, my community, careers, as well as how to live out my own fantasies.
What is dramatic play?
100
What do the letter CCS stand for?
What is..Common Core Standards?
200
Created the six criteria of children's play.
Who is Rubin?
200
I looked at you while your were climbing up the slide, you noticed me and stopped.
What is direct guidance (affect).
200
I am known for the discovering the power of the unit block and the value of using blocks.
Who is Caroline Pratt?
200
A collection of artifacts which allow children to explore with a given topic and or theme. It might consist of something seen in my community or an experience that I might have had (or not!)
What is a prop box?
200
Manipulatives, puzzles, collectibles, sorting games and table games
What are some examples/categories of Toys and Games.
300
Well know for his theory of ZPD and MKO.
Who is Lev Vygotsky?
300
I open the circle of communication, we engage in communication, I follow your lead, you close the circle.
What is floor time?
300
Piling blocks and making roads.
What is the second stage of block play?
300
Me and my family My community Me and the world I live in Who am I
What is the basic social studies curriculum in an early childhood setting?
300
Know your children's allergies! Wash hands always Create direction cards or a chart for children to follow Use the proper terms and techniques
What are some basic considerations when cooking with young children?
400
Wrote about the importance of play and creating symbols.
Who is Jean Piaget?
400
When I get to choose what I want in the classroom, what I want to play with and where.
What is child initiated learning?
400
Making elaborate constructions.
What is the fourth stage of block play?
400
Begin the study, investigate the topic with the children, conclude the study with a celebration of sorts.
What are the steps for conducting an investigation?
400
Theory of the Hierarchy of Needs
Who is Abraham Maslow?
500
Coined for the phrase, "Play is the child's work"
Who is Maria Montessori?
500
I tell you where to go, for how long, and with what materials you will be allowed to use.
What is teacher directed learning?
500
Allow for children to sketch the building, take a picture for them, or put a sign up for the next day.
What are some ways teachers can address some challenges in the block area.
500
Ask open ended questions Observe Provide materials as needed Offer ideas Get involved
What is...your role as a teacher during dramatic play?
500
Investigate the website Check for potential dangerous or risky areas Assess the value of the site Create a schedule/set a timer
What are some basic considerations when using technology with young children?
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