The Power of Pretend Play in Preschool Classrooms

Presented By: Adrienne Humphries

Location: St. Louis County Library Natural Bridge Branch 7606 Natural Bridge Rd  St. Louis, MO 63121

Objectives: 

Define features of pretend play

Learn how pretend play changes across development
Discuss how pretend play supports children’s learning and
development
Share strategies and ideas for supporting children’s pretend play in
your program 

Core Competencies: 

• 4c: Use a broad repertoire of developmentally appropriate, culturally and linguistically relevant, anti-bias, evidence-based teaching skills and strategies that reflect the principles of universal design for learning. (1 Hour)

CDAs: 

• Physical and Intellectual Competence(1.00 hr)