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Kohl, MaryAnn F. – 1999
Intended to encourage children to develop their imaginations naturally, with only a small amount of help from adults, this book presents over 125 activities for creative and pretend play for young children. The book's introduction describes the importance and benefits of pretend play, the adult's role, and needed materials and space. The…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Books, Childrens Literature, Class Activities
Peer reviewedBrown, Victoria – Design for Arts in Education, 1990
Recommends that drama be included in early childhood education, emphasizing preschool education. Cites research linking drama with enhanced language acquisition in children, ages 3-8. Emphasizes drama's effectiveness as a multisensory learning medium. Notes programs offering drama training for teachers. Suggests changes in teacher education and…
Descriptors: Art Education, Child Development, Creative Dramatics, Creativity
