Important to Me

As a college student in the field of Early Childhood Education, I strongly believe in the idea that play is a key concept in teaching methods for young children.  I plan to research this as much as possible throughout my college careeer as well as once I recieve my degree and begin teaching.


I believe in illustrating my instruction through multiple creative outlets: drawing, painting, music, dancing, singing, sculpting, and/or coloring. All of which are considered different methods of 'play'.  When a child learns, it is extremely important to use outlets to capture his/her attention so they find opportunities to enjoy learning. Play especially, is an important vehicle for promoting language, cognition, and social competence. I believe in the importance of allowing children to freely express themselves and show off their differences and ingenuity in as many forms of learning as possible. These creative outlets provide children the opportunity to show what they've learned, how they're feeling, and when they're ready to advance to a new chapter of education.

The following video is a short example showing different reasons why play is important in Early Childhood Education. There are different types of 'play' shown throughout the video, so sit back, relax and enjoy!

"We cannot create observers by saying 'observe,' but by giving them the power and the means for this observation and these means are procured through eduation of the senses."-Maria Montessori