Materials and Environments that Promote Learning in the Primary Years .G2199

Authors

Jennifer Gerdes, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Tonia Renee Durden, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Leanne Manning, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Document Type

Article

Date of this Version

2013

Citation

Gerdes, J., Durden, T., & Manning, L. (2013, June). Materials and Environments That Promote Learning in the Primary Years. NebGuide G2199. University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Comments

Copyright University of Nebraska 2013

Abstract

Teachers can use multiple strategies to create a stimulating and responsive environment for children in the primary years. These strategies can lead to children’s overall social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

To promote optimal development of the whole child, children need a variety of materials available to them daily that provide both challenge and success. They also need daily exposure to music, art, and movement activities.