Date of Award
2006
Document Type
Non Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Education
Program
Early Childhood Education
Capstone Instructor
Janice Esau
Second Reader
Sue Starks
Keywords
early childhood education, play-based learning, child development, dramatic play
Abstract
Children need active dramatic play in the classroom to explore social roles and to expend extra energy. Teachers of young children need to provide a safe place for all children to learn. Early childhood teachers can integrate the two ideas: provide a safe place for all children to engage in active dramatic play. This project will be a guide for teachers of pre-kindergarten children, ages 2-5 years. It will incorporate articles stating the benefits of active dramatic play, as well as the arguments against active dramatic play in the classroom. The guide will also include ideas and activities to incorporate active dramatic play in the early childhood classroom.
Recommended Citation
Ward, C. T. (2006). Active Dramatic Play in the Early Childhood Classroom (Thesis, Concordia University, St. Paul). Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.csp.edu/legacy-capstones_maed/253Restricted
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