Paving the Road: Merging Playful UPK Experiences (Session 1: Literacy)

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  Video
Author:
Heather Snipes
Developed by:
Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP)
Series:
Universal Pre-Kindergarten Videos
Relevant categories:
Disabilities Early Childhood Special Education
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Overview

Discover how play-based learning supports language and literacy development for all children, including dual language learners and children with disabilities. Presenters will share practical strategies, inclusive adaptations, and real stories of bridging early childhood and TK–12 systems, with a focus on noticing developmentally informed “look-fors” and taking bite-size actions toward change.

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  Keywords: Inclusion, Language, Literacy, Play, UPK

Learning objectives

  • Use play-based strategies to embed math and literacy with an inclusive lens
  • Spot supportive, developmentally informed literacy indicators in early learning settings
  • Identify barriers and actionable steps to strengthen inclusion and play-based learning

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