CHCFC508A- Foster childrens aesthetic and creative development

[Carmen26]

I just want to make sure I am on the right track in answering this question if anyone can please help!

Q. How does dramatic play enhance childrens social development?

A. I believe that dramatic play helps children learn the social aspects of the world. Whether it be role play through puppets or a 'family' playing in the home corner, these interactions show children how and what we do and say in a social setting. It also helps children learn off one another. For example, at work the other day we had two girls sitting down to a tea party when one of them coughed without covering their mouth. The other girl shook her head and said "No ______! We must cover our mouth when we cough so we don't spread germs! One girl taught another that the right thing to do is to cover their mouth.

Do I seem to be on the right track??????

[Lorina]

Yes, it sounds like you're heading in the right direction with your response. Also, it not only gives an opportunity for the children to interact and socialize with one another but it also enables the children to be imaginative and creative.

Check out Resources, Childcare Professionals, Kids Interest Areas which also list the benefits of a home corner setup in a Childcare setting. I'll also add the link here: http://www.aussiechildcarenetwork.com/Home_Corner.php

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L.A

[Carmen26]

Great! Thank you