ECED 407 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8.9: Duct Tape
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Children develop a strong identity and a sense of both independence and interdependence when they participate in activities that contribute to the classroom and program community. Children feel strong and on task when they use real hammers, screwdrivers and duct tape. Maintaining the socio-emotional environment for children"s learning requires teachers to be flexible and responsive. Following general roles you can help children use and work with others in your environment. Children benefit from having teachers model the use of materials and the social skills needed for cooperative play. Teachers need to stay alert to the need for re-organizing materials behind the scenes to keep the children"s activities and collaborative endeavors going. Being a prop manager might also mean cleaning up paintbrushes, bits of playdough and the idea isn"t to be policing the materials but allowing children to stay focused and engaged.
