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Decorating a Playroom

Lessons from the Frog Room
Written By Emily B. Todd

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Tommy often goes to school in costume — a hard hat and tool belt, or an eye patch and bandanna. "Who are you today?" one friend asks him every morning. Pretending to be someone else is a big part of a preschooler's life, Paul told me; dramatic play helps kids figure out how to think creatively, solve problems, and get along with other people.

We outfitted our dress-up corner with baskets for hats (a hard hat, a racing helmet) and props (a toy compass and microscope), along with hooks for capes and armor. (Crusaders and SWAT heroes alike can get gear at mastermindtoys.com.)

When I noticed Tommy kept sidling up to the turned-off TV to see his reflection, we added a shatterproof tilt mirror ($70 at discountschoolsupply.com). Reflective poster board is another option ($5 for a 20 x 26 sheet at hygloss.com). "Who is that guy in shining armor?" Tommy says. "He copies everything I do."

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Cooking in the Kiddie Kitchen
Filling a Sensory Table
Adding Personal Touches

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Going Back to Preschool
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