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Chapter 7 Adding representation to Further enrich Play 113
Photos and Documentation Displays 118
Writing for Children through Scripts, Anecdotes, and Dictation 120
Add Writing and Drawing Materials to Play Experiences 122
Create a Climate of Acceptance and Scaffold Children’s
Writing Efforts 128
Encourage Mathematical Representation 138
Chapter 8 Incorporating Standards and Goals in
Children’s Play 141
Balancing Play and Standards 142
Seeing Standards and Goals in Action 143
Understanding Standards in Natural and Intentional Ways 144
Enhancing Play to Incorporate Standards 149
Observe for Assessment Purposes 150
Observe to Determine Next Steps 152
Add Challenging and Achievable Goals to Sustain
Children’s Interest 155
Help Others See Standards and Goals through
Documentation Displays 158
Conclusion Play Works 161
Not Just Any Play 164
Appendix A Suggested Provocations 165
Appendix B Ideas for Writing Materials to Accompany Dramatic Play 171
References 183
Excerpt Credits 189
Illustration and Photo Credits 191