TOPIC 5: ORHESTRATING PLAY : SETTING THE STAGE
Principles guiding play that guide how teachers can support play
taking the child's view
being a keen observer
seeing meaning as it is constructed
being a stage manager
Setting the stage for play
preparing the physical stage
Characteristic in preparing the physical space for play
adapting spaces for children with special needs
path and boundaries
quiet and noisy areas
soft spaces ( privacy area )
outdoor play spaces
accessories for play
play materials for children with special needs
play materials that offer alternatives
Play in curriculum
play-generated curriculum
curriculum-generated play
play safety
planning the daily schedule
consider both units the spaces arranged for children's play and the surrounding space
support play-centred curriculum