The Facilitatior's role in chidren's play

Sylvia A. Ford’s article “ The Facilitator’s Role in Children’s Play “ focuses on the role of the facilitator in creating an environment for children where play and learning is encouraged in a secure and empowering atmosphere. By discussing the criteria of an effective play area; Ford provides insight into the benefits it provides to children and their intellectual and emotional development.
Ford establishes distinct criteria for a conducive play area that focuses on the physical environment as well as the emotional atmosphere. Ford believes that play areas that are predictable, organized, purposeful and calm allow children to observe and make choices that teach respect for themselves and others. Ford s...