Play - Theory and Practice (Early Childhood)

Play is the work of young children. In this sectional, teachers will learn to better identify the different types of play. We will also discuss the great benefits of play on a young child's development. A third focus will be on the teacher's role in play and how that role impacts the effectiveness of play for a young child.

About the presenter - Jennifer Mehlberg graduated from Martin Luther College in 2007 and earned her MA degree in Early Childhood Education from Concordia University in 2015. She currently teaches early childhood courses at Martin Luther College. She also serves as a supervising professor for ECE student teachers at the MLC Early Childhood Learning Center.