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rmenurse

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Identify and explain the reasons it is essential to include movement in early childhood programs. Provide examples of appropriate movement activities to include with preschool children in the classroom.
 
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Identify five props that can be used with young children to encourage their movement. Explain why each prop works well with children.
 
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Answer to Question 1

Many variations are possible for this response.

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Large Scarves: Scarves respond to the childs movement and make his or her actions more visible.
Hoops: Hoops require a different kind of movement to make the hoops turn, move in space, and respond to their actions.
Parachutes: A colorful parachute provides a stimulus for group activitiy that involves working together and coordinating movements.
Large Beach Balls: Large balls are easy to throw, catch, and manipulate. Young children can be more successful with this size of ball.
Fabric: A variety of pieces of fabric can be used by an individual child, partners, or small group. These can also range in size from  yard to long pieces of 2 to 3 yards. Transparent and sparkle fabrics are especially interesting for young children and encourage their movement.





 

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