Waterplay with Young Children

Course Description:  In this workshop we will address the developmental benefits of water play for young children covering the various domains of development and learning. Participants will explore materials and accessories, which may be used to engage children in meaningful water play. Educators will explore their role in focused water play in the classroom.  This course will link concepts and activities to the new Mass STEM guidelines for Pre-K & MA Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences.
Course objectives:
1. List developmental benefits of water play with children ages 3 – 5.
2. Plan for meaningful activities in the water play area.
3. Expand children’s experiences with water play.
4. Apply scientific inquiry process in the classroom.’
5. Engage children in exploration of water and its properties as a material and liquid.
6. Demonstrate understanding of focused and extended cross curriculum exploration.
7. Demonstrate the importance, role, and variety of documentation, using a written documentation form.                                                        

More Information

EEC Training Hours: 5

CEU: 0.5

QRIS Standard Alignment: 1: Curriculum and Learning

This training is funded in part by the Department of Early Education and Care              

and sponsored by the Southeast Education Professionals Partnership

Lead Agency - Child Development and Education, Inc.