Discussions Regarding the Preschool Observation Checklist and Evaluation Tool (POCET)

Monday, September 10, 2007

Products Matched to Each POCET Guideline - Creative Arts

Find the right products matched with the right curriculum companion! Regarding the Creative Arts (CA) portion in POCET, find a developmentally appropriate product aligned with each outcome.

CA1: Participates in Musical Activities - find the Bean Bag Activities CD to get kids moving, dancing and part in fun bean bag games, dances and activities.

CA2: Uses Musical Instruments for Musical Activities - find the Toddler Rhythm Band to encourage exploration with rhythm.

CA3: Demonstrates Feelings through Movement and Music - find the Kids in Motion CD to get kids moving and singing.

CA4: Recognizes and Moves to Different Musical Beats - find the Rainbow Dancing Wrist Bands to enhance dance movements and other gross motor actions.

CA5: Explores Drawing, Painting and Modeling with Different Materials and Media - find the Colorations® Simply Washable Tempera to encourage painting through rich, bright, creamy and ultra-washable colors.

CA6: Plans and Work Independently through the Process of Art Activities - find the Construction Paper for open-ended activities to encourage thinking and planning through an art activity.

CA7: Verbally Expresses Ideas about Art and Completed Projects - find the Big Project Box to encourage children to make their own decisions and discuss what they would like to make, and then talk about it once it's finished.

CA8: Participates in Dramatic Play by Using Materials to Create Different Roles and Situations - find the Career Hats to spark imaginations and role play.