Planning for Play, Observation, and Learning in Preschool and Kindergarten

by Gronlund, Gaye

• ISBN13: 9781605541136
• ISBN10: 1605541133
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-12-11
• Publisher: Redleaf Pr

Summary

Play is an important vehicle for learning in the early years. With intentional planning frameworks, this resource provides teachers with tools and strategies to organize and develop curriculum around high-level, purposeful play. Practical application techniques help teachers create a cycle of planning and observation as they use a play-based curriculum to help young children thrive in the classroom. Gaye Gronlundis an early childhood education consultant who trains early childhood educators across the country. She is the author of six books.

Author Biography

Gaye Gronlund is an early childhood consultant and trains educators across the country. She is a former preschool, kindergarten, and primary teacher of both regular and special education. Gaye holds a master's degree in adult learning and early childhood education and is the author of several Redleaf Press books.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. ix
Introduction: The Wonders and Challenges of Teaching Young Children	p. 1
Implementing Curriculum through the Planning/Observation/ Individualization Cycle	p. 13
Planning and Reflection Frameworks	p. 33
Embedding Learning Goals and Academics in Play, Daily Routines, and Teacher-Led Group Activities	p. 71
Planning and Sustaining High-Level Play in Preschool and Kindergarten	p. 101
Individualization and Differentiation: Each Child Is Different	p. 125
Planning for More Child-Initiated Than Adult-Led Activities	p. 161
Building Relationships and Communicating with Families	p. 185
Integrating Authentic Assessment and Curriculum	p. 197
Revisiting the Planning/Observation/Individualization Cycle	p. 229
Planning and Reflection Frameworks	p. 237
Preschool Weekly Planning and Reflection Framework
Kindergarten Weekly Planning and Reflection Framework
Weekly Planning and Reflection Framework
Infant/Toddler Weekly Planning and Reflection Framework
Learning Goals for Play Areas	p. 250
Assessment Forms	p. 254
Individual Child Information Record
Individual Adjustments
Preschool Choice Record
Kindergarten Choice Record
Portfolio Collection Form
Family-Teacher Summary Report
References	p. 262
Index	p. 265
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