©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) Life is a Story: Dramatic Art California's Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Framework, Volume 2 Life is a Story: Dramatic Art California's Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Framework, Volume 2 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) 1

Outcomes Utilize and understand the structure and features of the: –Preschool Learning Foundations (PLF), Volume 2, Drama strand –Preschool Curriculum Framework (PCF), Volume 2, Drama strand Become aware of integration opportunities between Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of the PLF with regard to learning opportunities and teachable moments in the dramatic arts. Explore how drama can be used to increase vocabulary with dual language learners Learn strategies for children identified with special needs 2

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Drama makes us connect life through stories “…drama for preschoolers is unleashing the child’s imagination.” PCF, Vol. 2, p ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Guiding Principle Guiding Principle: Children make their own meaning.Children make their own meaning. PCF, Vol. 2, p ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

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Guiding Principles Tell a Story Directions: 1.Find your story Sticks 2.Each tablemate pull one story stick 3.This is your Guiding Principle 4.You will each have 30 seconds to SILENTLY Dramatize the story of your Guiding Principle. 5.At the end of 30 seconds each tablemate can guess which Guiding Principle you were Dramatizing. 9

Key Guiding Principles The arts reinforce the integrated nature of learning.The arts reinforce the integrated nature of learning. Art experiences for preschoolers are more about the process than the productArt experiences for preschoolers are more about the process than the product Cultural competence is approached the through art.Cultural competence is approached the through art. PCF, Vol. 2, p ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

In Volume 2 of the PCF, discover ideas for: Developmentally appropriateDevelopmentally appropriate Reflective and intentionalReflective and intentional Individually and culturally meaningfulIndividually and culturally meaningful InclusiveInclusive 11 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Foundations With appropriate support After 1 st or 2 nd year of preschool At 48 and 60 months When attending a high-quality program ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Drama Organization Substrand: Notice, Respond, and Engage Foundations: 48 Months 60 months Substrand: Develop Skills to Create, Invent, and Express Through Drama Foundations: 48 Months 60 months ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) 13

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Drama Engages the Whole Child …drama is experiential in nature, involving imagination, imitation, and a “living through” quality that engages the whole child. PLF, Vol. 2, p ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

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The Language Literacy Connection Experiencing Stories through dramatic art may increase children’s: Story understandingStory understanding Reading achievementReading achievement Writing skillsWriting skills PCF, Vol. 2, p ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Language and Literacy and Drama 18 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

How to Connect the Story of Drama (PART 1) Directions: Look at the drama foundation for 1.1 (48 and 60 months)Look at the drama foundation for 1.1 (48 and 60 months) –PLF, Vol. 2, p. 15 Underline in the examples the specific vocabulary used by the child.Underline in the examples the specific vocabulary used by the child. Compare the differences between 48 and 60 months.Compare the differences between 48 and 60 months. Discussion Questions What do you notice?What do you notice? How might you support the development of a child approaching 48 months?How might you support the development of a child approaching 48 months? How is this different from what you might do for a child approaching 60 months?How is this different from what you might do for a child approaching 60 months? What other domains might this scaffolding support?What other domains might this scaffolding support? 19

©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) Locate the Three Billy Goats Gruff vignette and teachable moment in the PCF (Vol. 2, p. 88).Locate the Three Billy Goats Gruff vignette and teachable moment in the PCF (Vol. 2, p. 88). With your table group, read the vignette and discuss the following questions:With your table group, read the vignette and discuss the following questions: –What did you notice right away about the vignette? –What made you think of something you have seen or done in a classroom? –What did you like that you may want to replicate? –What did you notice that might be excellent for facilitating drama foundation 1.1 (48 or 60 months)? Directions: 20 How to Connect the Story of Drama (PART 2)

The high-quality early childhood practices described in other domains will also benefit preschool children who are English learners. PCF, Vol. 1, p ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Use Drama-Based Vocabulary Use drama- based vocabulary. PCF, Vol. 2, p. 89 Directions: With your table group, find and the paragraph following this interaction and strategy. Chart it! ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

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©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) ELD Strategies in the Vignette Directions: 1.Locate the vignette you see here (PCF, Vol. 2, p. 91). 2.Read this vignette with your group. 3.Review the interactions and strategies handout. 4.Put a check mark next to any strategy you see in the vignette. 5.Think about what strategies you might use to enhance this situation for young bilingual learners. 6.Circle two strategies you would use. 7.Be ready to share a quick description of how you would use these strategies to build on this teachable moment or planned learning opportunity. 24

©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) All children are able to participate in and benefit from drama if teachers make appropriate accommodations as needed. PCF, Vol.2, p.95 Use strategies such as pre-teaching and repetition Incorporate pictures, sign language, and other multisensory enrichment to support new language and concepts Provide space designated for movement with easy to use props and costumes Assign adapted roles for children with specific needs PCF, Vol.2, p.95 25

©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) Environment 26 Many things handy in a preschool environment can serve as props for dramatic play and drama. PCF, Vol. 2, p. 45 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Adult participation is integral for the environment. Model and note appropriate ways of using drama materialsModel and note appropriate ways of using drama materials PCF, Vol. 2, p. 92 Use costumes, props, and scenery inspired to inspire dramatic play and drama.Use costumes, props, and scenery inspired to inspire dramatic play and drama. PCF, Vol. 2, p. 96 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) 27

Environment and Materials Sufficient open space [is needed] for movement, dance, and theater play. PCF, Vol. 2, p. 47 Imagination can turn almost anything into something else. PCF, Vol. 2, p. 45 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) 28

It’s just fabric; or is it? 29 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Suggested Drama Materials What other inexpensive materials can you add to the drama list? 30

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©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) "The class room has all the elements of theatre, and the observant, self-examining teacher will not need a drama critic to uncover character and plot, and meaning. We are, all of us, the actors trying to find the meaning of the scenes in which we find ourselves. The scripts are not yet fully written, so we must listen with curiosity and great care to the main characters who are, of course, the children.” –Vivian Gussin Paley (NAECY 2013) Helicopter Technique ts.co.uk/Helicopter 32

©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014) Modeling the Helicopter Technique Use your handout to consider: What drama foundations were addressed?What drama foundations were addressed? What drama vocabulary was used?What drama vocabulary was used? What other VPA Foundations could be addressed?What other VPA Foundations could be addressed? What other domains were addressed?What other domains were addressed? Please locate:Please locate: –Domain Reflection handout –Helicopter handout We need eight volunteers!We need eight volunteers! 33

Reflecting on the Helicopter Technique 1.What are the components of the helicopter technique? 2.What do you already do that is including this technique? 3.What is really intriguing to you about this technique? 4.Which children in your classroom would really enjoy this activity? 5.What would you need to set up in the classroom to make this doable for you? 34 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

What will you fit in your schedule next week? 35 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)

Thank you for coming! What stories will you drive away with today? 36 ©2014 California Department of Education (CDE) with the WestEd Center for Child & Family Studies, California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN). (06/2014)