Discussion
There are many important and similar types of common activities in early childhood programs today. It is most effective for the experiences to be child-directed with positive outcomes. Six of the most common activities are:
Exploratory play
Guided discovery
Problem Solving
Discussions
Demonstrations
Direct Instruction
Select a developmentally appropriate picture book. Choose at least three of the above-listed activities and share specific examples of how you would implement them in your classroom.
Discuss three ways in which you could create a group time around the story.
Identify what standards from your state support these activities.