Some children have difficulty entering and participating in play. ...

[notis]

Some children have difficulty entering and participating in play. There are a variety of ways a teacher can help these children. If the teacher determines the need to enter the play, there are four different ways this can be accomplished. Name four and briefly describe how the technique works.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

With new interest in academic skills, it is essential that teachers help parents understand the benefits and learning possibilities provided in play. How can this be done?
 
  A. Pairing curriculum goals to academic skills.
  B. Provide parent education about developmentally appropriate learning and the importance of play in that connection.
  C. Display learning objectives in the classroom and learning centers that are accomplished through play.
  D. Both B and C.
  E. All of the above.

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Answer to Question 1

Answers will vary.
1. Parallel Play  Teacher is near the child but does not participate in the childs play. Can model or provide ideas.
2. Co-Play  The teacher becomes the player with the child but follows his or her lead. She exits the play when no longer needed.
3. Play Tutor  The teacher assumes the leadership role in the play. He or she guides, scaffolds, and communicates to the child, which leads to higher level play.
4. Spokesperson for Reality  In this play the teacher adds statements that extend or stop the play.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D

[notis]

Excellent

[amandalm]

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