Saving play : addressing standards through play-based learning in preschool and kindergarten /

Play, academics and standards can work together with the right strategies and support from educators. Take an active role in child-directed play to guide learning. Become a strong advocate for saving play in early childhood education by empowering teachers to join play and standards, and learn how c...

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Main Authors: Rendon, Thomas (Author), Gronlund, Gaye, 1952- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: St. Paul : Redleaf Press, [2017]
Edition:First edition.
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Summary:Play, academics and standards can work together with the right strategies and support from educators. Take an active role in child-directed play to guide learning. Become a strong advocate for saving play in early childhood education by empowering teachers to join play and standards, and learn how child-led, open-ended play addresses the seven domains and Common Core Standards. This book is full of research and resources that link academic learning and play experiences. Engage in provocative questions for teachers and administrators to help you effectively share the importance of play in early learning with others, and help restore play to its proper role as both fun and educational.
Physical Description:ix, 236 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-225) and index.
ISBN:9781605545301
1605545309