1. Session 4

1.6. Learning Activity 2

CCS3130 Session 4

Session 4: Providing for Play

 
Learning Activity 2: Designing a Prop Box
 
Focus
 

When child care providers put together prop boxes and organize playtime, they are providing opportunities for children to learn through play. Child care providers need to plan space, time, materials, and guidelines for play.

 

Directions
 

Step 1: Choose one of the following themes or occupations around which a prop box or play centre could be made:

  • veterinary clinic
  • bookstore
  • pet store
  • office
  • post office
  • school office
  • dentist’s office
  • toy store
  • clothing store
  • bank teller
  • zookeeper
  • beach
  • teacher
  • janitor
  • dance studio
  • fitness studio
  • fire station or police station
  • restaurant
  • mechanic shop (cars, bikes, trains, planes)
  • astronaut

Step 2: Collect items that could be added to your prop box.

 

Step 3: Select and decorate a box for your items.

 

Step 4: Complete Learning Activity 2: Designing a Prop Box.

 

Step 5: Review Student Rubric for Learning Activity 2: Designing a Prop Box. Assess the quality of your work and make any necessary adjustments.

 

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Save your completed learning activity and your self-assessment in your course folder.