Associative play is the most complex category of social play described by M. B. Parten in her ...

Associative play is the most complex category of social play described by M. B. Parten in her continuum of social play.
 
  a. True
  b. False

Question 2...

Csikszentmihalyi, Professor of Psychology, in his study of happiness and creativity called the complete and energized focus of play, the flow of play.
 
  a. True
  b. False

Question 3...

Early childhood educators believe that play is the primary way that young children develop and learn, as well as a reflection of what they know and can do.
 
  a. True
  b. False

Question 4...

Water, sand, mud, dough, and clay are
 
  a. manipulative materials.
  b. only appropriate for use in the outdoors.
  c. sensory materials.
  d. inappropriate in early childhood program.

Question 5...

When equipping a dramatic play area or home center, teachers should:
 
  a. offer items directly related to the culture and daily life of the children in the group.
  b. only include items that reflect typical home life like a stove and sink.
  c. be sure that all clothing is pull-on so children won't be frustrated by zippers, snaps, and buttons
  d. avoid materials that are theme or unit related

Question 6...

Block play can contribute to motor coordination, strengthen development, and enhance imagination but is very limited in its contribution to learning cognitive concepts and how to read and write.
 
  a. True
   b. False

Question 7...

The most important reason for providing time outdoors for kindergarten and primary school children is to
 
  a. give teachers brief relief from supervising children.
  b. provide children with a break from the real learning that takes place in the classroom.
  c. allow high-energy children an opportunity to release pent-up energy so they will not misbehave during instructional time.
  d. provide children with opportunities to engage in physical activities that build stamina, practice skills, and engage in rich learning activities such as planning and planting a garden.

Question 8...

Which is NOT one of the design principles to consider when creating indoor environments?
 
  a. Ensure adequate space for blocks, manipulative toys, and dramatic play.
  b. Allow for only clean activities inside; messy activities can take place outdoors.
  c. Separate noisy areas from quiet areas.
  d. Avoid pathways that create long corridors and racetracks.