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Romps, Riots, And Revels In The Land Of Make-Believe : Imaginative Play As A Prerequisite For Social And Emotional Development In Early Childhood Through Adolescence, Shoshana Balk
Graduate Student Independent Studies
This paper explores the impact of imaginative play on child development, as well as its educational benefits when incorporated into the learning environment.
A Study & Original Material On Peer Relationships & Concepts Of Friendship In Very Young Children, Maia A. Cannon
A Study & Original Material On Peer Relationships & Concepts Of Friendship In Very Young Children, Maia A. Cannon
Graduate Student Independent Studies
Explores theory, observation, and practice dealing with friendship issues among three to four year old preschoolers. It sketches a portrait of the age group using general developmental and socio-cultural theories, and concludes that social emotional adjustment and relationships are crucial to young children's development. Also includes an original picture book by the author.
Supporting The Development Of Executive Functioning Skills In Sixth Grade Students, Anne Davidson Anderson
Supporting The Development Of Executive Functioning Skills In Sixth Grade Students, Anne Davidson Anderson
Graduate Student Independent Studies
This integrative master's project explores how teachers can support the development of executive functioning skills in sixth grade students at the particular school where the author is a learning specialist (though many of the findings and recommendations can be generalized to other settings).