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Which subject	Pedagogy
What topic	Play theorists
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Play Theorists

Subject

Pedagogy

Topic

Play Theorists

Grade/Age Group

All grade levels

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

• To understand the fundamental concepts of play theory as proposed by leading theorists.
• To explore the impact of play on child development and learning.
• To critically analyse different play theories in relation to contemporary educational practices.

Materials

• Presentation slides on Play Theorists
• Handouts summarising key theorists and their contributions to play theory
• Whiteboard and markers
• Play-related objects (toys, games) for demonstration
• Reflection worksheets

National Curriculum Compliance

The lesson is designed to meet the UK National Curriculum standards regarding the understanding of child development theories in Early Years and primary education.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Play	5 mins	Briefly introduce the topic. Discuss why play is essential for child development.
2	Overview of Theorists	10 mins	Present a slide show covering notable play theorists: Piaget, Vygotsky, Froebel, and Erikson.
3	Group Activity	10 mins	Divide students into small groups. Give each group a theorist to discuss and summarise.
4	Class Discussion	3 mins	Invite groups to share insights. Facilitate a discussion on the relevance of each theorist.
5	Reflection and Homework	2 mins	Distribute reflection worksheets. Explain the homework assignment: write a reflection on how play theory informs practice.

Homework Assignment

Students will complete a written reflection on how a chosen play theorist's concepts can be applied in educational settings. The reflections will be submitted in writing to avoid verbal presentations in class.

Assessment and Feedback

• Students will submit their reflection worksheets at the end of the lesson.
• The teacher will collect and provide informal feedback via comments on the worksheets without requiring presentations from students.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that resources are prepared in advance.
• Consider incorporating diverse examples of play to engage students with different learning styles.
• Use inclusive language and examples relevant to various cultures and backgrounds during the lesson.

Lesson script