2. Lev Vygotsky
• Russian psychologist and constructivist
• Lived only 34 years 1896-1934
• Wrote 7 books and several articles
3. Theories
• Self Regulation ,learning to control wants and
needs and delay gratification
• Thought Language to be central to mental
development and
• Play/ Social interactions are crucial to
development.
• The use of Scaffolded learning/teaching, to build
on prior knowledge and
• ZPD– or Zone of Proximal Development are what
his theories are based on.
4. Tools of the Mind Classroom
Where Theories are put into practice.
developed by
Deborah Leong and Elena Bordrova
• 16 States and Canada have these Pre k
K/1st grade classrooms.
• Curriculum that has a road map of how
to get from one skill level to the next
• Promotes school readiness
• boosts self regulation skills.
• And early reading skills
5. Conclusion
• I believe in the theories and ideas put forth by
Lev Vygotsky. I have been lucky enough to put
those theories into action in a Tools of the
Mind Classroom. I plan on using these ideas
and activities in my classroom to promote self
regulation and early reading skills.
Check out my wiki to see videos and more
detailed information. Even guest appearances
by the Cast of Friends.
