Module Objectives:

In this module you will:

1. 1. Explore the complex nature of play in early childhood
   2. Examine why play is important in early childhood

Activity #1: Handout

Complete this handout as you read and watch:

1. 1. Importance of Play 
   2. Power of Play – Zero To Three Magic of Everyday Moments
   3. Types of Play
   4. Parten’s Social Stages of Play OR Parent’s Guide to the Stages of Play

 

Watch Importance of Play

 

Watch  Power of Play – Zero To Three Magic of Everyday Moments 

 

Link to Types of Play

Types of Play in ECE OnLine

 

You have the option of watching Parten’s Social Stages of Play OR Parents’ Guide to the Stages of Play; watch which video you prefer.

Watch Parten’s Social Stages of Play

 

Watch Parents’ Guide to the Stages of Play

 

Optional Reading: Link to Hassinger-Das, Hirsh-Pasek & Michnick Golinkoff (2017)

Hassinger-Das, Hirsh-Pasek & Golinkoff (2017)

 

Optional Reading: Link to Smith & Pelligrini (2013)

Smith & Pelligrini (2013)

 

Activity #2: Upload Completed Readings & Videos Handout

Upload your completed  Handout to Blackboard in ‘Assignments’ under ‘Play Handout’.