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The Case of Intervention in Young Children's Dramatic Play in Order to Develop Creativity.

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Mellou, Eleni – Early Child Development and Care, 1994

Reviews research on adult intervention in children's dramatic play, citing theorists and researchers who believe that intervention is not useful at all; a balance can be struck between intervention and nonintervention; and only tutors should intervene to increase children's creativity. Concludes that most research supports appropriate intervention…

Descriptors: Creative Development, Creativity, Dramatic Play, Early Childhood Education

Drama as an Integral Part of the Early Childhood Curriculum.

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Brown, Victoria – Design for Arts in Education, 1990

Recommends that drama be included in early childhood education, emphasizing preschool education. Cites research linking drama with enhanced language acquisition in children, ages 3-8. Emphasizes drama's effectiveness as a multisensory learning medium. Notes programs offering drama training for teachers. Suggests changes in teacher education and…

Descriptors: Art Education, Child Development, Creative Dramatics, Creativity