1. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Caring for School-Age Children Chapter 10 Games and Other Fun Things to Do

2. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Games Enhance Development Practice physical skills Work together and develop social skills Reinforce and enhance cognitive skills Build self-esteem and self-confidence Gain appreciation for culture

3. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Games and Safety Set clear rules Forbid inappropriate use Set limits for safety Provide safety equipment Provide adequate supervision Know first aid procedures

4. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Guidelines for Games Play the game yourself before introducing it to children Introduce new games periodically Play games that encourage teamwork and cooperation

5. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Be flexible about rules Play games with the children Play both outdoor and indoor games Encourage children to try increasingly difficult tasks

6. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Computers Choose programs that are developmentally appropriate Consider Internet safety Use as a learning tool Encourage cooperative work on computers Encourage children to engage in other play besides computer play

7. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Putting Games into Practice Set up and play at least one of the games suggested in the text with two or three other people.

8. Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved. Personal Reflection Reflect on the game playing experience. Develop strategies for introducing the games to children.