IELDS Standard: 28.A.ECc
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The Tamale Project
Domenica AguileraAnn Reid Early Childhood CenterNaperville, Illinois The title of this project was “Making Tamales.” This project took place at the Ann Reid Early Childhood Center (ARECC) in Naperville, Illinois, where I have been teaching for two years. The children range in age from 3 to 5 years old, and they attend 2.5 hours in…
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The Right Word: Conversation and Print During Pretend Play
This clip shows children don’t necessarily need structured activities to meet benchmarks. When teachers schedule large blocks of time for free play, children can learn in unexpected ways by engaging with each other and the classroom environment.
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Young Children Need to Play!
Here are some things to keep in mind about play.
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Helping Preschoolers Learn in Two Languages
Here are some ways that teachers who are not fluent in their preschoolers’ home languages can help.
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Helping Your Child Learn in Two Languages
Children who know more than one language often benefit in school and later in life.