Teaching staff support children as they practice social skills and build friendships by helping them
a.enter into (play),
b.sustain (play), and
c.enhance play.
The Tree House staff is dedicated to the facilitation of children's social interactions. Staff continuously take advantage of teachable moments by being an active part of children's play. In being immersed in the play, staff are better able to extend, expand, and question the children's play ideas. Staff model social skills such as commenting, questioning, entering into play, and inviting others into play. Children are provided with the tools to problem solve, negotiate, and compromise in their daily interactions with peers.
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| (a) Teachers modeling free style dancing to help get children on board |
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| (b) Checking in on play, reminding children to take turns using their peers idea and highlighting the tools that are available to them |
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| (c) A teacher adding dolls and boats to enhance block play |
