Course Content:
Chapter 1: The Science Behind Block Play
Lesson 1: Brain Development & Neural Pathways
Lesson 2: Developmental Domains Supported by Block Play
Lesson 3: Stages of Block Play (Progression)
Lesson 4: Block Play to Later Academic Success
Chapter 2: Designing an Effective Block Area
Lesson 1: Physical Environment
Lesson 2: Types of Blocks
Lesson3: When to Introduce Each Type of Block by Age
Lesson 4: Common Mistakes in the block area
Lesson 5: Safety & Classroom Management
Chapter 3: Teacher’s Role During Block Play
Lesson 1: From Supervisor to Facilitator
Lesson 2: Powerful Language Prompts
Lesson 3: Scaffolding Without Taking Over
Chapter 4: Mathematics Through Blocks
Lesson 1: Early Numeracy Concepts
Lesson 2: Spatial Awareness in Block Play
Chapter 5: Social & Emotional Growth
Lesson 1: Collaboration & Negotiation
Lesson 2: Emotional Regulation
Chapter 6: Observation & Assessment
Lesson 1: What to Observe
Lesson 2: Observation Checklist
Lesson 3: Documentation
Chapter 7: Extending Block Play
Lesson 1: Cross-Curricular Integration
Lesson 2: Block Extension Plan
Lesson 3: School Readiness Through Block Play
