Setting The Stage For Learning Discussion

There are many important and similar types of common activities in early childhood programs today. It is most effective for the experiences to be child-directed with positive outcomes. Six of the most common activities are:

• Exploratory play
• Guided discovery
• Problem Solving
• Discussions
• Demonstrations
• Direct Instruction

Select a developmentally appropriate picture book. Choose at least three of the above-listed activities and share specific examples of how you would implement them in your classroom.

• Discuss three ways in which you could create a group time around the story.
• Identify what standards from your state support these activities