(IL State Goals: 1B, 1C, 4A, 5C, 19C, 19B, 21A, 25A, 26B)
For a more in-depth description of the skills, abilities and goals for which this exhibit was designed to enhance, please visit: Illinois State Board of Education – Early Childhood Education Standards / Goals

Description:

A collection of puppets and scenery make each play an adventure.

Educational Philosophy:

 The playhouse appeals to children’s imaginative side and their desire to tell stories and be heard. Youth “players” cooperate to create their theatrical masterpiece, learning together that the possibilities are endless. Language skills also increase, as children assemble a story to tell before their live audience.

Summary:

In the Let’s Pretend Puppet Playhouse, the young child…

• Understands the sequencing of stories
• Will learn to retell information from a story
• Engages in listening with understanding and responds to directions and conversations
• Communicates information with others
• Uses language to communicate needs, ideas and thoughts