The theory of Loose Parts
The theory of Loose Parts was developed by architect Simon Nicholson in 1971, but the concept became a hot topic in education off after the publication of a book by Daly and Beloglovsky in 2015. Loose parts are materials that can be moved, carried, combined, redesigned, lined up, and taken apart and put back together in multiple ways. Loose parts can be used alone or combined with other materials. There is no set of specific directions for materials that are considered loose parts.
The child is the direction.
Read this article> Loose Parts: Inspiring Play in Young Children https://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/articles/2015/loose-parts and watch this video> Outdoor Play and Learning: Loose Parts
In your own words (~350), what are loose parts, where can you find them, and how can you incorporate them into a program for children?
Your textbook mentions way to intentionally plan to address standards in play experiences – how can loose parts be use-d to address standards? Your response should be ~50 words.
Develop two twenty-five item lists of loose parts – one for indoor and one for outdoor exploration.
Use Correct APA Format. Your The theory of Loose Parts paper should include an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. Also, support your answers with the course’s readings and at least two scholarly journal articles. The article’s purpose is to support your positions, claims, and observations, in addition to your textbook. Sources ProQuest and EBSCOhost are great sites to find resources. Also, write in a concise and logical, using excellent grammar and style techniques. Additionally, the quality of your writing dictates grading criteria. On the other hand, if you use direct quotes from books or articles, place the words you copied (use parenthesis) and cite them in-line. Also, only use sources within the five-year range.
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