BookMark

Alright sis lets put this ALL together so you can explain it clearly to your helper without confusion.

Heres exactly what to say and do:

WHAT WE ARE DOING

We are creating a bookmark on full-size paper (lined or blank) about:

Play, Children, and Parenting

This bookmark must:

• Include notes from ALL 5 required videos/articles
• Include the BONUS reading (for extra credit)
• Have prompts, highlights, and observations
• Be neat and organized
• Include a picture or two
• Be turned in as a photo

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR HELPER

STEP 1: Get Materials

• One full sheet of paper (regular notebook or printer paper)
• Pencil or pen
• Markers or colored pens (optional but looks nice)
• Phone to take pictures at the end

STEP 2: Fold the Paper

Fold the paper lengthwise (hot dog style) so it looks like a long bookmark.

You will write on the front and back.

WHAT TO WRITE (FRONT SIDE)

At the top, write a title:

Play Is More Than Just Fun!

Then neatly write these short notes:

Stuart Brown TED Talk

Play builds creativity and problem-solving skills.

Lack of play can affect emotional health.

Play is important for adults too.

10 Things Every Parent Should Know (NAEYC)

Children learn academic skills through pretend play.

Play reduces stress and anxiety.

Play builds social skills like sharing and cooperation.

IPA Porch Play Chat

Parents should engage in play with children.

Play connects home and school learning.

Children need time and space to freely play.

BACK SIDE

The Power of Play (Zero to Three)

Play builds strong brain connections.

Helps with focus and self-control (executive function).

Adults should guide play, not control it.

The Case of Brain Science & Guided Play

Guided play mixes structure and freedom.

Adults ask open-ended questions.

Play supports language and cognitive growth.

Bonus AAP Article

Pediatricians recommend play for healthy development.

Play strengthens parent-child bonding.

Play supports long-term emotional growth.

PERSONAL REFLECTION (At the Bottom)

Write something like this:

Play is not just something children do to pass time. It is how they learn, grow, manage stress, and build important life skills. After learning about play this week, I understand that play is a major part of healthy child development.

DO WE ADD PICTURES?

YES.

Add:

• A small drawing of kids playing outside
• A brain with arrows (to show brain development)
• A parent and child playing peek-a-boo
• Or a playground

Keep it simple. It does NOT have to be fancy.

FINAL STEP

Take 12 clear pictures:

• One of the front
• One of the back

Make sure:

• Writing is readable
• Entire bookmark is visible
• Good lighting

Then upload to Dropbox.

Thats it.

Simple. Clean. Covers all 5 sources. Includes bonus. Personal reflection included.