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Monighan, Patricia – 1985
Theoretical correspondences between the language and play development of young children and developmental aspects of play and speech are discussed prior to a report of a study comparing categories of cognitive complexity nested within social categories of solitary play and self speech. Participants were 36 preschool boys and girls approximately…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Child Development, Child Language, Childrens Games
Thomas, Sharon N., Comp. – 1975
Designed as a resource and curriculum guide for early childhood educators, this publication encompasses both American Indian sociocultural background and culture based lesson plans and activities. Indicative of its organization and scope are the comprehensive chapters devoted to discussions of: (1) the historical failure of Indian education; (2)…
Descriptors: American Indians, Art, Bibliographies, Community Resources
Rockwell, Robert; Hoge, Debra Reichert; Searcy, Bill – 1999
This book provides practical, everyday activities to weave language development and early literacy activities into the daily schedule in an early childhood education program. The chapters are organized by areas common in most early childhood environments: (1) circle time; (2) snack time; (3) dramatic play; (4) outdoor play; (5) art; (6) sand and…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Class Activities, Curriculum Development, Dramatic Play
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Adams, Polly K.; Nesmith, Jaynie – Early Childhood Education Journal, 1996
Goals of block building in early childhood classrooms focus on physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development. Reports survey results of the value teachers place on block play. Offers illustrations of task cards to use with blocks in math, language arts, social studies, and science. Discusses guidelines and suggests idea cards and sentence…
Descriptors: Dramatic Play, Early Childhood Education, Educational Planning, Instructional Materials
Jones, Elizabeth; Reynolds, Gretchen – 1992
The traditional role for teachers in children's play was to structure it, setting rules and interrupting if things got "out of hand." However, for children ages 3 to 5, sociodramatic play is a way to invent and make familiar the rhythms and actions of everyday life. This book describes why play is a fundamentally important part of…
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Conflict Resolution, Creative Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Sturgess, Pamela A. – 1986
The study examined exemplary programs in Ontario in the visual and performing arts (arts, crafts, music, movement, drama) for exceptional students at every age level and among every category of exceptionality. Interviews, observations, and questionnaires were used to gather data from 204 teachers. Selected findings include the following: Teaches…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Childrens Art, Demonstration Programs, Disabilities
HENRY, MABEL WRIGHT, ED. – 1967
IDEAS FOR THE CREATIVE USE OF ORAL LANGUAGE IN THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM ARE PRESENTED IN THIS SYMPOSIUM. PART 1, "THE NEED FOR CREATIVE EXPERIENCES IN ORAL LANGUAGE" BY M.W. HENRY, IS CONCERNED WITH THE INTERRELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CREATIVE ORAL LANGUAGE ACTIVITIES AND THE ACQUISITION OF READING AND WRITING SKILLS. PART 2, "CHORIC INTERPRETATION" BY…
Descriptors: Choral Speaking, Creative Activities, Creative Dramatics, Creative Expression
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Marder, Louis – College English, 1964
A number of techniques applicable to the teaching of Shakespeare are described with some illustrations from the author's own teaching experience. Analysis of dramatic structure receives significant attention with equal space devoted to the Gustav Freytag formula and the author's own technique. Literary, dramatic, social, and personal goals in the…
Descriptors: Biographies, Classroom Techniques, Creative Teaching, Discussion (Teaching Technique)
Scofield, Richard T., Ed. – School-Age NOTES, 2001
This document is comprised of the 12 monthly issues of a newsletter providing support and information for providers of child care for school-age children. The featured articles for each month are: (1) "Re-Evaluating Praise" (September); (2) "Making the Season Brighter: Tips To Create More Inclusive Holiday Programs" (October);…
Descriptors: After School Education, After School Programs, Art Activities, Classroom Design
Wyoming State Dept. of Education, Cheyenne. – 2003
Because children entering kindergarten come with a variety of preschool and home experiences, and accordingly, with varying levels of school readiness, the Wyoming Early Childhood Readiness Standards have been developed to provide a more consistent definition of school readiness. The goal for the Standards is to provide early childhood educators…
Descriptors: Dramatic Play, Early Childhood Education, Emergent Literacy, Emotional Development
Richard, Christian – Francais dans le Monde, 1980
Discusses dramatic activities and techniques useful in the teaching of foreign languages. A distinction is made between theater and other dramatic activities; the latter ranges from reading theater to skits learned by memory. Two examples of activities are suggested for the teacher. (AMH)
Descriptors: Audiolingual Skills, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Creative Dramatics
Bryson, Eileen – 1994
The project approach to learning includes a focus on in-depth study of a topic, along with teaching style, learning style, and theme. In contrast to a thematic approach, the project approach encourages children to be actively engaged in their own studies, with teachers acting as guides and facilitators. In the project approach, students use…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Communication Skills, Comparative Analysis, Cooperation
Segal, Marilyn; Adcock, Don – 1993
This book is a resource guide that provides examples of cooperative activities and techniques that teachers can incorporate in and adapt to their own classrooms. The premise upon which the book is based is that a cooperative environment stimulates children to explore the aspect of school life that appeals to them--the chance to play with…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Cooperation, Cooperative Learning, Curriculum Guides
Berghammer, Gretta; And Others – 1991
This curriculum guide presents a model for instruction in drama and theater education that integrates dramatic art in the elementary curriculum and addresses the developmental needs of all students. Part I outlines curriculum goals related to skills, attitudes, and understanding. These goals are to: (1) create and evaluate drama and theater…
Descriptors: Art Education, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness
Curriculum Development Centre, Canberra (Australia). – 1981
Arranged in four sections, the book offers practical techniques for introducing environmental education at the primary level. The first section, on planning, outlines a conceptual framework for environmental education, describes how the staff at one primary school developed a K-7 curriculum, examines an in-service course on environmental science…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Course Organization, Curriculum Development, Dramatic Play
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