The Foundation phase in Wales is all about children learning
through play.
After looking at Montessori education, I now understand more how play can really affect a child in the ways they develop.
Children learn about the world around them through play, by observing, experimenting and taking risks. It is this ‘research’ that helps them to gain a better understanding of the world around them
(Sheridan & al, 2004) . It is also
interesting how children take what they see at home such as baking, going to
the doctors or shopping and use that in play, like the video shown in the
previous post.
After looking at Montessori education, I now understand more how play can really affect a child in the ways they develop.
Children learn about the world around them through play, by observing, experimenting and taking risks. It is this ‘research’ that helps them to gain a better understanding of the world around them
As Froebel stated ‘Play is children’s work’. It is how they
learn best without even realising it.
I have already explored the importance of outdoor play, and using the outdoor environment in learning. I am going to look at indoor environments, such as classrooms and museums.
I am currently on placement at a local primary school, and in the afternoons I work with the younger pupils, usually in nursery or reception. It is always fun and interesting to observe the ways they play, especially in the ‘home corner’, where children take care of their baby dolls, cook food and spend a good ten minutes on the phone talking to a child next to them. Their imagination and development of skills is constantly expanding. The children develop their communication skills as well as developing a sense of independence, without even realising it.
I have already explored the importance of outdoor play, and using the outdoor environment in learning. I am going to look at indoor environments, such as classrooms and museums.
I am currently on placement at a local primary school, and in the afternoons I work with the younger pupils, usually in nursery or reception. It is always fun and interesting to observe the ways they play, especially in the ‘home corner’, where children take care of their baby dolls, cook food and spend a good ten minutes on the phone talking to a child next to them. Their imagination and development of skills is constantly expanding. The children develop their communication skills as well as developing a sense of independence, without even realising it.
A few weeks ago, my friend Emma and I went to Plantasia to
see how children could learn from this different environment. Plantasia is basically a museum
of plants with the same climate that you would find in a rainforest. They
offered a range of activities for children to develop their skills.
One part of the museum which I particularly found interesting was the ‘Rainforest hut’, which is a superb chance for role play. It is a great way to explore new culture and learn through all the senses.
One part of the museum which I particularly found interesting was the ‘Rainforest hut’, which is a superb chance for role play. It is a great way to explore new culture and learn through all the senses.
Reference
Sheridan, M., & al, e. (2004). Play in Early
Childhood. London.
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