Problem
INTRODUCTION
Planning day-to-day activities for children in school age programs is important in order for children to have a program that enhances their overall development. The project approach is a popular method for planning activities. It is a method of integrating the curriculum and making connections between various activities to aid children in learning.
PROMPT
What is the project approach in curriculum planning? Why is it particularly important for children of this age group? What are some of the pros and cons of project-based activities? Give some examples of project-based activities you might do with a group of 5-8 year olds in a school-based after-school program for 'at-risk' children? Support your answers from your readings in these chapters or previously read chapters.