When we added a pizzeria to our dramatic play area, my co-teacher put together a pizza kit out of felt. I knew it was going to be a hit, and, of course, it was!
“Dramatic play is defined by experts as a type of play where children assign and accept roles and act them out.” (Source)
When we plan our dramatic play curriculum, we make sure it somehow connects to our preschoolers‘ experiences. It is much more meaningful when they have actually experienced it in real life, or at least when we have read books and had conversations during circle time.
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To make the felt pizza kit:
My co-teacher cut circles that were the same size as pizza cardboard circles and then added the extra “ingredients”. Very simple!
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The accessories for our pizzeria:
My co-teacher went to our local pizza place and asked for cardboard circles and pizza boxes, and menus, too. They were happy to donate! We added rolling pins from our play dough center and a cash register.
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More dramatic play pizzeria ideas:
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Add printable props to your pizzeria.
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Put an awning on your pizza shop.
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Let the children make their own cardboard pizza.
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Make your own props for your pizzeria.
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Don’t forget to label your parmesan cheese containers!
Pretend play props:
More ideas for preschoolers:
I love this idea! I am going to have to make something like this for preschool special ed class! So cute and the kids look like they had a blast!
Kate
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Love your felt pizzas. My 5 year olds love to create a pizza restaurant too. One of our favourite songs is Charlote Diamond’s I am a Pizza. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2Zwvyhms8c
Please let your kids know that I like my pizza with lots of mushrooms – sending in my order now : )
sandi
rubber boots and elf shoes
I love this idea! Thanks for sharing, I will definitely try it!