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Mirror Play

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  • DOMAIN(S)
    Cognitive Development and General Knowledge (CD)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    CD-CR2.1b, CD-CR4.3c
  • AGE GROUP(S)
    12-24 months, 36-48 months

Give the children mirrors to practice creating facial expressions for the various characters they portray. In a small group, provide the children with a mirror and encourage them to observe themselves. The floor-length mirror from the dramatic play area can be turned horizontally to allow several children to observe their expressions. Ask questions such as, “How do you feel when you hear thunder? When you are having fun at a birthday party? How do you feel when you can't find your favorite toy?” Have the children respond with a variety of facial expressions.

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