The Kindergarten Program outlines key features of an appropriate learning environment, and the use of time, space, and resources to meet the needs of all children. The following document describes these key features in relation to dramatic play. It explains the rationale for incorporating dramatic play into the program; describes potential learning experiences; and provides teachers with guidelines for the design and development of dynamic Dramatic Play Centres. The document serves to clarify the link between developmentally appropriate practice and the intent of The Kindergarten Program. .
The Kindergarten Program outlines key features of an appropriate learning environment, and the use of time, space, and resources to meet the needs of all children. The following document describes these key features in relation to dramatic play. It explains the rationale for incorporating dramatic play into the program; describes potential learning experiences; and provides teachers with guidelines for the design and development of dynamic Dramatic Play Centres. The document serves to clarify the link between developmentally appropriate practice and the intent of The Kindergarten Program. .
General Note
Electronic reproduction.
Project leader : Joan Littleford ; developers: Sheila Spanos, Linda Widenmaier.
Content Note
Early Learning Experiences -- Why Dramatic Play? -- The Role of the Teacher -- Planning -- Organizing the Environment -- Literacy through Dramatic Play -- Assessing -- Appendices -- Stages of Play/Appendix 1 -- Planning Model 1/Appendix 2 -- Planning Model 2/Appendix 3 -- Planning Model 3/Appendix 4 -- Additional Materials/Appendix 5 -- Dramatic Play Centres/Appendix 6 -- Extending Children’s Experiences/Appendix 7 -- How Children Use Language/Appendix 8 -- Ways to Support Literacy/Appendix 9 -- Ways to Support Mathematical Learning/Appendix 10 -- Reflecting and Celebrating Suggestions/Appendix 11 -- Focused Observations/Appendix 12 -- Kindergarten Program Expectations/Appendix 13 -- Bibliography/Appendix 14.
