How to Create a Successful Dramatic Play Learning Center in Preschool

[@AJ-gn4pp]

I am very grateful for this video. My kinder is having trouble socializing so I'm turning one of my rooms into a dramatic play center. I felt overwhelmed by the idea at first, but after listening to your ideas I feel confident that I can pull this off. Thank you!

[@tiamotzz]

I like to add real-life items. small purses, wallets, keys on lanyards, dead cell phones, play phones, calculators, cameras, small lidded boxes, scarves, pets, pet bowls and of course....a MIRROR! Sounds like a lot, but it doesn't take much space but adds tons of interest.

[@maxinepanchuk3426]

Love your videos and ideas. Thanks so much for sharing :)

[@PreKPagesvideos]

Glad you like them!

[@texasdirector2863]

I would love to use your videos in a class I am teaching.

[@PreKPagesvideos]

They're free on youtube. If you would like to show them in a teacher training class, as long as you have an internet connection you should be fine.

[@branzfactor81]

I am so thankful for these videos! Coming from someone who is not very creative, but loves working with children, you have helped me tremendously!

[@nb_november9853]

Another fantastic educational film from you. I've learnt a lot, and it will help me plan my role play area in my classroom. Thank you!

[@lenettetillman-greene7582]

Love this video, especially what you said about the stereotypical clothing. Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge.

[@tiarram5374]

Thank you for all you do!

[@denice5509]

Hi, Do you have a preferred curriculum for a preschool for developmental delay kiddos?

[@christineryan9682]

I'm currently working for a school that has only been opened 9 months. It's a corporate School and they have absolutely no supplies. I find it extremely frustrating because I came from a school that was well-established and you can change out your theme and all the materials were available. Any suggestions would be welcomed.

[@PreKPagesvideos]

When it comes to dramatic play, the dollar store and thrift stores are your friend!

[@amyfrancis9423]

Hello Vanessa! I really enjoyed learning about your ideas for the dramatic play center. I work in a private preschool. We have the typical preschool furniture, play food, kitchen items, etc. However, I have to follow specific themes each month. For example, we are studying plants. I bought fake flowers/plants, different types of seeds (science center) and I print A LOT of visuals. I also printed "necklaces" to create roles for a flower shop. I do not have enough props for this theme or most themes. Who pays for the extra props in each center? My students get bored quickly and I do not want to spend a ton of money buying things. Dollar stores only sell certain things. Thanks for any advice.

[@PreKPagesvideos]

If you're in a situation where you have a budget that would be ideal. But unfortunately, most teachers do not have a budget. If I used only the things my school provided for the dramatic play center I would have furniture only, everything else I had to buy myself by going to garage sales and thrift stores. I've even asked for donations before. Here's the complete list of all the different dramatic play scenarios I offer: www.pre-kpages.com/products/category/dramatic-play/ Each one includes a list of possible props.

[@amyfrancis9423]

@@PreKPagesvideos Thank you for your response!

[@harjitnagra809]

My kiddos are constantly competing to be first in line- I made their permanent numbers according to the class list…any other suggestions ? Thanks

[@PreKPagesvideos]

That's a great question! Please send me a voicemail so I can feature it on the podcast: www.pre-kpages.com/listen/ Just click on the big orange button to record.

[@amandabradford7019]

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