CHLD 1556 — Creative Preschool Experiences 3 Credit Hours
This course explores the design, implementation, and evaluation of cre- ative, developmentally appropriate experiences for preschoolers. Students will examine the role of creativity in supporting physical, social, emo - tional, and cognitive growth and learn to plan activities that nurture those developmental domains. The course emphasizes the selection, construc- tion, and use of materials and the organization of indoor and outdoor environments to promote engagement in creative experiences suitable for preschoolers. Students will also develop a resource file by researching, compiling, and designing a variety of creative activities, including inclu- sive adaptations, that transform abstract concepts into tangible learning opportunities for preschool children with diverse needs and abilities.