Theories in educational psychology promote the idea that language plays a critical role in cognitive development. Examine Table 2.2 (p. 51), paying particular attention to the age range that you are interested in teaching. Consider how you might incorporate or adapt the strategies presented for use with your own students.
In grade level's K-2, the student will have a hard time understanding complex sentences, and the qualities of a good listener. To work on these two very important skills in the classroom, I would communicate with my students using age appropriate vocabulary. If I were to use a new vocabulary word in my lesson I would be sure to fully explain the meaning of the word so they will better understand. To work on listening skills, I would enforce sitting quietly while paying attention to my explanation of that days art procedures.
This age group enjoys telling stories, and I would use this ability in my art lessons. A great way to incorporate vocabulary, listening skills, and art would be to read the students a story and have them finish the story with their own unique ending. The students will be listening to vocabulary, and quietly paying attention, strengthening their listening skills. The story will have no ending, and it will be their job to finish the story. They will draw an illustration to go along with their ending and they will share the story with the class.
I found a YouTube video explaining the importance of early learning. The age group of the children in the video is much younger, but it's very interesting how much they retain at such a young age.
Early Learning and the Brain
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