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- 4. Library Space •Variety of books •Cozy and inviting •Eye level displays •Privacy Wikimedia commons
- 5. What do you notice? •Children •Teacher •Book
- 6. Writing Space •visual support materials •Free choice of writing tools •Fine Motor Development •Organized layout for ease of use
- 7. Child’s Work Displayed 3-dimensional Photographs 50% of displays are child’s work
- 8. What do you think?
- 9. Time to Focus •Blocks, construction •Manipulatives •Hands-on
- 10. Principles to Consider •Overstimulation •Neutral Color •Light •Contrast
- 11. Creative Space •Free choice materials •Sculpting •Take the inside out
- 12. Art •Provide a variety of materials •3-dimensional materials •Tools
- 13. Sand and Water Play •Outside in •Social Interactions •Motor Skills
- 14. Natural Spaces •Bring the Outside in •Take the inside out •Playground
- 15. Music •Accessible for all •Inside Out •Variety
- 16. Exercise Space •Open •Gross Motor •Free of obstructions •Variety of movements •Kinesthetic Intelligence
- 17. Learning in Context •Interpersonal Skills •Intrapersonal Skills
- 20. Swings •Stimulates the inner ear •Promotes language •Novelty •Gross motor development
- 21. Levels of Play •Floor Play •Table Play •Free Play •Structured Play
- 23. Principles to Remember •Stimulate the senses. •Recognize learning preferences. •Encourage social interaction. •Build on positive emotion. •Provide open-ended play. •Provide a safe environment
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- Image: Original photograph from personal photos; cropped ; color changed;
- In order for brain-based learning to occur a caring adult must be available to offer support, provide learning opportunities, engage students and provide guidance.
- Comfortably sit and read with the teacher and with friends. Books of many different genres are available. Meaningful print is displayed on the walls and is not excessive. Throughout the classroom labels and signs are displayed where relevant. When appropriate print is displayed at eye level.
- Create memorable experiences that build on emotion. Promote exploration, communication and creativity Provide opportunities for open-ended play. Provide choices throughout the day Provide a predictable safe environment