drama
Professional Development Session
Format: Mixed model, 1 hour interactive session; Prior to the session: read selected state publication pages, articles, and handouts. Participants will also view the PowerPoint presentations and streaming video sessions. During the interactive session, participants will discuss classroom environments, materials, and planned activities to support the development of reading skills.
Typically, children ages three to five first experience drama by participating in dramatic play at home and in the early childhood environment. All children bring experiences that can enrich drama, and all children are capable of enjoying and participating in drama. During preschool, drama should be about the process of creating and exploring rather than an end product, such as a rehearsed play or other formal performance. (PCF, Vol. 2, p. 86) Prior to the session, participants will read selections from state publications and read the articles. During the interactive session, participants will discuss classroom environments, materials, and planned activities to support the development of drama.
