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(Lynn,
This is a first draft, probably subject to further revision...)

Chapter 9: Sensory Centers
Reading assignment: Pg. 269-298

Discussion Board by midnight on Friday:
Submit a post to the discussion board in which you address 1 of the 2 assignments below:

1. Compose a philosophy statement about the importance of incorporating censor activities into the classroom. Identify the age group you have in mind, and explain the developmental milestones affected by the use of sensory activities in the classroom. Include at least three ideas encountered in the chapter to support your statement, and properly cite these within your statement.
   
2. Develop two lesson plans for using sensory centers in your classroom. Use the following format:

• Age and/or developmental level of your students:
• Sensory centers to be used:
• Materials to be used:
• Procedure for activity:
• Tie these lessons into one of the previous chapters. Which learning domains are represented and explored through your lessons?

Either assignment should be at least 400 words in length, and include at least two ideas encountered in the chapter, (citations must be documented within your submission).
In addition, choose at least one of the resources listed in References (pg. 297-298) that you believe will be useful in your lesson planning for the classroom, and research it online. Give a brief annotation of the book – in your own words.

Discussion Board by midnight on Sunday: Respond to at least 3 of your peers’ posts.