Question 1: Think about the materials in your classroom. Which materials are open-ended and self-expressive? Which are problem-solving materials? What kinds of materials do you need to add to ensure you have a balance?
Question 2: Think about the last three art activities you did in your classroom. Which were open-ended and which were product-oriented?
Question 3: What quiet materials do you have available in your classroom? What active materials do you have? What additional quiet or active materials would you like to add to support children's behavior?
Question 4: Based on the ideas presented, what would an ideal schedule look like for supporting positive behaviors? What changes could you make now in your own classroom schedule?
Question 5: Think about your current schedule. Is there enough free choice and play? Is there a good balance of teacher-guided activities and active play? What changes could you make to further support children's positive behaviors?
Try out these concepts in your classroom by using these Ideas into Practice.