The Bakery - Supporting Children to Succeed in the Dramatic Play Center

Preschool Teacher Maureen Ostroff describes her intentional utilization of the classroom dramatic play center. She begins by learning what children know about a topic and shares how she helps them increase their understanding. Strategies that are used to support children’s social skills and self-regulation are demonstrated. Teachers ensure children’s success and provide enough time and support to enable them to practice and master skills.

Segments:
0:03 Benefits of play
0:28 Prior experiences
1:18 Introduce the center
1:34 Self-Regulation
2:04 Social Relationships
3:04 Effective approaches to learning
3:53 Symbolic Representation
4:25 Connections to ELDS

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