Let superheroes play!

Let Superheroes Play!

Name That Role Model• Who was someone who looked up to growing

and/or now?• What makes you admire them?

Questioning the Issue?

• Is rough and tumble play dangerous? • Is it aggressive? • Does it make children more aggressive? • Should we — as early childhood educators — learn

how to prevent and deemphasize this type of rough play?

• Is there a place for rough play in quality programs for young children?

• What is it that bothers you about this type of play?

Physical Play vs Aggressive Play • How they express themselves.• Cooperation vs Dominance• Length of play time.

What’s the Appeal?• Group Discussion: Why are children so drawn to

superheroes?

Positive Influence???

1. Key concepts. 2. Confidence. 3. Empowerment. 4. Social Emotional

Hero Rules

Games and Activities • Making superhero play developmentally

appropriate.

• http://www.pinterest.com/blueangel098/rfl-super-hero-training-camp/

Wrap It Up!• Never-ending battle (Pun INTENDED.)• The WHY.• The HOW.• The WHAT.