deAO Kids Role Play Dentist, Surgeon & Vet Medical 30 Piece Kit with Light and Sound Including Electronic Stethoscope, Lab Coat Cap & Play Medical Equipment (Blue)

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Dramatic play is term used in the early childhood world that basically means ‘pretend play’. If you ever played ‘school’ or ‘house’ or ‘store’ as a kid…you were partaking in dramatic play, my friend. You'll find that the dentist photos will work brilliantly in your 'People who help us' topic and will spark discussions about their own dentist experiences. They should also help normalise going to the dentist and make it a less daunting experience for the children. The free resources we have made explain why and how children can keep their mouth healthy, along with best brushing practice. These resources allow children to manage their own basic hygiene and personal needs successfully Complete this form to access our free Early Years' Foundation Stage Dental Buddy Resources

This collection of dentist role-play resources has been specially designed to keep your class engaged on the topic and have lots of fun in the process. You'll find there are some excellent display materials that are helpful even when you're not role-playing. These posters to help with teeth brushing give children step-by-step instructions on which area of their mouth to brush and how much toothpaste to use. Nov 2023 - New figures reveal almost six-in-ten (59%) Brits say they see the same dentist more consistently than they see the same GP, showing the vital role dentists have in the health of people’s lives.Go the Extra Mile! While you’re there, inquire about having one of their dental hygienists come and do a short presentation for your group!

By the way, make sure your students also understand the purpose of role-play and how it can be used to prepare them for a trip to the dentist. Now, let’s take a look at some practical tips for making role-play a successful tool in the classroom. 4 Tips for Making Role Play a Successful Tool in Preparing Adult ESL Students for a Dental Visit Limit yes/no. Encourage students to ask open-ended questions rather than yes/no questions. This will allow them to practice using more complex language and will also give them the opportunity to ask follow-up questions if needed. Make sure to follow any post-surgery instructions provided by our staff to ensure a successful recovery.

Here are some specific ways you can encourage students to ask questions and express their concerns during the role play: Provide support and scaffolding: For lower-level learners, you may want to provide additional support and scaffolding to help them understand and participate in the role play. This could include providing a list of key vocabulary words, offering prompts or hints during the role play, or breaking the role play into smaller, more manageable chunks. The folks over at Rasmussen College say that kids use dramatic play to explore their own thoughts and feelings. Kids need a space to do this kind of exploration and it feels good to figure out the world in a way that is familiar—PLAY!

Make your students' role play area fun and educational with this opening times sign. How does this resource support the Australian Curriculum? Visiting the dentist can be scary and sometimes painful for children which is why every opportunity should be taken to promote good dental hygiene. These teacher-made dentist role-play resources are a lovely way to encourage children to keep their teeth clean and healthy in the safety of the classroom or home and will help develop initiative and confidence in their own self-care routine.Pro Tip: Make a visit to your local dentist and ask if they will donate various supplies that are safe for kids to play with; including the items in bold above.

Writing a script is an important first step in using role play to prepare adult ESL students for a trip to the dentist. A script serves as a guide for the role play and helps students practice the language they’ll need to use during their appointment. In addition to free resources, please take a look at our other material in our online shop, including a tooth brushing reward chart to take home, tooth brushing puppet and classroom display posters.

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If you jaw and teeth are not lined up correctly it will not only affect your bite but could result in severe headaches and jaw pain. Unlike other dramatic play set-ups, this one might take a little preparation of materials, but I assure you it will be well worth it! If dramatic play allows kids to safely explore their thoughts and feelings, than the same is true if they are allowed to play out the scenario of going to the dentist.