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Language Growth through Flannel Boards, Puppetry, and Dramatization

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1 Language Growth through Flannel Boards, Puppetry, and Dramatization
Chapter 11 Language Growth through Flannel Boards, Puppetry, and Dramatization Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Chapter Highlights A. Flannel Board Construction B. Flannel Board Activity Sets C. Puppet Use and Creating Puppets D. Encouraging Pretend Play E. Teacher Preparation for a Drama Production F. Resources Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Objectives In this chapter, we will investigate: Flannel boards and types of flannel boards How to make simple puppets and use puppetry in the classroom Teacher techniques for a drama presentation Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Flannel Boards (1 of 2) Different sizes, shapes, and designs Examples Made by covering sheet of heavy cardboard, display board, pre-stretched artist’s canvas, or wood with a piece of solid-colored flannel or felt yardage Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Flannel Boards (2 of 2) Recommended size 24” x 30” Some have pockets Used for a variety of reasons Children are highly attentive when used Builds sequencing Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

6 Flannel Board Activity Sets
Use to reinforce learning Make out of pellon (fabric interfacing) and felt Low cost, durable Creativity Decorate pieces (layered felt, wiggly eyes, faux fur, paints, etc.) Build set ideas from books, stories, themes Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

7 Nonfiction Flannel Board Sets
Young children are interested in narratives based in nonfiction topics. Make set pieces realistic. Depict distinguishing features of objects. Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

8 Flannel Board Presentation (1 of 2)
It begins with the teacher placing pieces on the board in correct sequence. Teacher should check sets to be sure all pieces are available (store in folders). Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

9 Flannel Board Presentation (2 of 2)
Tips for presentation: Read the story Practice Set up flannel board Check appearance of pieces Place pieces out of view Make seating arrangements Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Puppets (1 of 3) Teacher-made, child-made, or commercially made When used by a child, puppets can be: Used to develop creative play Used to vent pent-up emotions Talked to as an accepting “friend” Used to imitate and relive life experiences Difficult for children to manipulate and move Copyright 2013 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Puppets (2 of 3) Teacher Puppetry Model proper handling and care of puppets Promote good audience skills Listening quietly during the performance Children clap at the conclusion Plan characters and personalities for puppets Be aware that some children may be fearful of puppets Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

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Puppets (3 of 3) Puppet Construction Hand puppets can be created from many common materials: Papier-mâché Socks Paper lunch bags Stick puppets: craft sticks, glue, paper, scissors Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

13 Drama and Imaginative Play (1 of 3)
Playacting Tips Children must be familiar with the story Props and costumes may be simple Every child who wants a part should be included in the production Teacher can be the narrator, with the children as actors Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

14 Drama and Imaginative Play (2 of 3)
Dramatization sources Fairy tales and folktales Picture books Teacher-created problem-solving situations Pantomime: creative communication with nonverbal actions Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.

15 Drama and Imaginative Play (3 of 3)
Teacher Preparation A stage area with room for audience seating Costumes can include aprons, shirts, hats, etc. (avoid long material that could be a tripping hazard) Scripts will need to be provided to the actors Practice sessions will help ensure the production goes smoothly Copyright 2016 Wadsworth Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved.


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