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Chapter 13
Developmentally Appropriate Cognitive/Language/Literacy Environments: For Toddlers
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2. Understanding Toddler Cognitive Intelligence
Substage 5
12 to 18 months
Increased repertoire of physical skills
Trial-and-error
Substage 6
Around 18 months
Deferred imitation
Representational thought
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Language Development
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4. Developmentally Appropriate Cognitive Environments
Burton White’s research concludes that there are three roles for adult caregivers:
designer of the child’s world
consultant
authority
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Planning
Is based on observed developmental levels
Takes into account the particular learning style of toddlers
Is based on observed interest
Makes connections between different experiences
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6. Principles of Teaching Toddlers
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7. Materials and Activities for Sensorimotor Learning
Creative corner
Large motor play
Construction area
Sensory exploration
Housekeeping area
Book area
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8. Principles of Teaching Language/Literacy to Toddlers
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9. Principles of Teaching Language/Literacy to Toddlers
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