Creating a Doctor's Office

After reading, "Busy People Doctors" at group time some of the children were eager to create a doctor's office in our house area. Isabella put cloth over one of the tables in the house area and made a sign that said "waiting area". Aria wanted to be the receptionist so she made sure to grab a phone, markers and paper. Shirley wanted to be known as "Dr. Shirley". She put on a doctor coat and made sure all her doctor supplies were readily available.  Amir said he wanted to help by "giving shots and blood tests". Children started to show up in the waiting area where Aria was ready to greet them. She would check in with Shirley to make sure she was ready for patients. Chloe C. and Madison waited with their baby dolls to see the doctor. This type of dramatic play encourages children to act out roles that are familiar to them.