Lesson 2: Learning Centers
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will be able to analyze and describe the different types of learning centers in a preschool classroom and their significance in early childhood education.
What types of centers do we have in a preschool?
How do you think these centers help children learn and grow?
dramatic play
sensory
Teacher Guided vs Students Guided
Prop Box
10.4.3 - Analyze the effects of play on child development.
Students brainstorm different centers within the classroom.
Then each type of learning center is explained, providing real examples and discussing their roles in child development. Explain how these centers support various areas of development, including cognitive, social-emotional, and physical skills.
Provide scenarios of different learning environments, prompting students to identify the type of center and its purpose.
Some students may believe that learning centers are just playtime; clarify that they are structured environments for intentional learning.
Flexible Small Groups
Time Modifications
Scaffolding/Tiered Instruction
Task Lists
Rubrics
Choices
- Divide students into small groups to research a specific center. Each group will present their findings to the class.
- Students will observe the preschool and write a reflection on how they see learning centers in action, including how they align with the concepts discussed in class.