| Teaching Strategies GOLD | Preschool Academic Standards | HighScope COR | Colorado Building Blocks | Head Start Child Development & Early Learning Framework |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning a - Attends and engages 2 - Pays attention to sights and sounds |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning a - Attends and engages 4 - Sustains interest in working on a task, especially when adults offer suggestions, questions, and comments |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning a - Attends and engages 6 - Sustains work on age-appropriate, interesting tasks; can ignore most distractions and interruptions |
Reading and Writing Research and Reasoning 2 - Problems can be identified and possible solutions can be created a - Generate questions and investigate answers about topics of interest |
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Approaches to Learning 2 - Curiosity Children demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to participate in tasks and challenges. a - Demonstrate an eagerness and interest in learning through questioning and adding ideas. |
Approaches To Learning Initiative & Curiosity: An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning. Asks questions and seeks new information. |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning a - Attends and engages 8 - Sustains attention to tasks or projects over time (days to weeks); can return to activities after interruptions |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning b - Persists 2 - Repeats actions to obtain similar results |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning b - Persists 4 - Practices an activity many times until successful |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning b - Persists 6 - Plans and pursues a variety of appropriately challenging tasks |
Science Life Science 1 - Living things have characteristics and basic needs c - Ask and pursue questions through simple investigations and observations of living things Visual Arts Invent and Discover to Create 1 - Create works of art based on personal relevance a - Use trial and error to create works of art that arrive at a desired outcome |
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Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. d - Ask and pursue their questions through simple investigations. Creativity 2 - Creative Expression Children engage in individual or group activities that represent real-life experiences, ideas, knowledge, feelings and fantasy. d - Plan, work cooperatively and create drawings, paintings, sculptures and other art projects. Creativity 2 - Creative Expression Children engage in individual or group activities that represent real-life experiences, ideas, knowledge, feelings and fantasy. e - Demonstrate care and persistence when involved in art projects. |
Approaches To Learning Persistence & Attentiveness: The ability to begin and finish activities with persistence and attention. Resists distractions, maintains attention, and continues the task at hand through frustration or challenges. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Describes and discusses predictions, explanations, and generalizations based on past experience. |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning b - Persists 8 - Plans and pursues own goal until it is reached |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning c - Solves problems 2 - Reacts to a problem; seeks to achieve a specific goal |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning c - Solves problems 4 - Observes and imitates how other people solve problems; asks for a solution and uses it |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning c - Solves problems 6 - Solves problems without having to try every possibility |
Reading and Writing Research and Reasoning 2 - Problems can be identified and possible solutions can be created b - Gather relevant information and apply it to their problem-solving process or current event |
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Approaches to Learning 5 - Reasoning Children demonstrate an increased ability to identify possible solutions to problems. a - Demonstrate an increased ability to generate different approaches to solving problems. Approaches to Learning 6 - Application Children use their prior experiences, sense and knowledge to learn in new ways. b - Use prior knowledge to understand new experiences |
Approaches To Learning Initiative & Curiosity: An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning. Demonstrates flexibility, imagination, and inventiveness in approaching tasks and activities. |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning c - Solves problems 8 - Thinks problems through, considering several possibilities and analyzing results |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning d - Shows curiosity and motivation 2 - Uses senses to explore the immediate environment |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning d - Shows curiosity and motivation 4 - Explores and investigates ways to make something happen |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning d - Shows curiosity and motivation 6 - Shows eagerness to learn about a variety of topics and ideas |
Drama Critically Respond 1 - Respond to stories and plays b - Demonstrate an eagerness and interest in performances or dramatizations through asking questions Reading and Writing Research and Reasoning 2 - Problems can be identified and possible solutions can be created a - Generate questions and investigate answers about topics of interest |
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Approaches to Learning 2 - Curiosity Children demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to participate in tasks and challenges. a - Demonstrate an eagerness and interest in learning through questioning and adding ideas. Approaches to Learning 2 - Curiosity Children demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to participate in tasks and challenges. b - Show an interest in people, things, and the world around them. Approaches to Learning 2 - Curiosity Children demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to participate in tasks and challenges. c - Choose to participate in an increasing variety of activities, tasks and play areas. Language Development and Communication 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means to develop their listening and expressive langauge skills. a - Develop and experiment with conversation during daily activities and interactions Language Development and Communication 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means to develop their listening and expressive langauge skills. c - Think and talk about play experiences Science 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means to develop their scientific skills. a - Ask questions based upon discoveries made while playing. Science 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means to develop their scientific skills. b - Use play to discover, question and understand the natural and physical world. |
Approaches To Learning Initiative & Curiosity: An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning. Demonstrates eagerness to learn about and discuss a range of topics, ideas, and tasks. Approaches To Learning Initiative & Curiosity: An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning. Asks questions and seeks new information. Approaches To Learning Initiative & Curiosity: An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning. Asks questions and seeks new information. |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning d - Shows curiosity and motivation 8 - Uses a variety of resources to find answers to questions |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning e - Shows flexibility and inventiveness in thinking 2 - Imitates others in using objects in new and/or unanticipated ways |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning e - Shows flexibility and inventiveness in thinking 4 - Uses creativity and imagination during play and routine tasks |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning e - Shows flexibility and inventiveness in thinking 6 - Changes plans if a better idea is thought of or proposed |
Reading and Writing Research and Reasoning 2 - Problems can be identified and possible solutions can be created c - Seek and generate alternative approaches to solving problems |
Initiative B - Solving Problems with Materials 5 - Child tries three or more ways to solve a problem with materials. |
Approaches to Learning 5 - Reasoning Children demonstrate an increased ability to identify possible solutions to problems. b - Seek alternative approaches to problem solving. |
Approaches To Learning Initiative & Curiosity: An interest in varied topics and activities, desire to learn, creativeness, and independence in learning. Demonstrates flexibility, imagination, and inventiveness in approaching tasks and activities. |
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11 - Demonstrates positive approaches to learning e - Shows flexibility and inventiveness in thinking 8 - Thinks through possible long-term solutions and takes on more abstract challenges |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences a - Recognizes and recalls 2 - Recognizes familiar people, places, and objects; looks for hidden object where it was last seen |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences a - Recognizes and recalls 4 - Recalls familiar people, places, objects, and actions from the past (a few months before); recalls 1 or 2 items removed from view |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences a - Recognizes and recalls 6 - Tells about experience in order, provides details, and evaluates the experience; recalls 3 or 4 items removed from view |
Reading and Writing Oral Expression and Listening 2 - Listening and comprehension skills are required to be clearly understood d - Remember spoken information for a short period of time Social Studies History 1 - Recognize change and sequence over time b - Select examples from pictures that illustrate past, present, and future |
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Approaches to Learning 6 - Application Children use their prior experiences, sense and knowledge to learn in new ways. b - Use prior knowledge to understand new experiences Mathematics 4 - Patterns and Measurement Children show an interest in recognizing and creating patterns, comparing and measuring time and quantity. b - Begin to understand that some events take place in the past, present or future. |
Social Studies Knowledge & Skills History & Events: The understanding that events happened in the past and how these events relate to one’s self, family, and community. Differentiates between past, present, and future. |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences a - Recognizes and recalls 8 - Uses a few deliberate strategies to remember information |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences b - Makes connections 2 - Looks for familiar persons when they are named; relates objects to events |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences b - Makes connections 4 - Remembers the sequence of personal routines and experiences with teacher support |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences b - Makes connections 6 - Draws on everyday experiences and applies this knowledge to a similar situation |
Science Physical Science 1 - Objects have properties and characteristics b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations, and generalizations based on real-life experiences Science Earth Systems Science 1 - Earth’s materials have properties and characteristics that affect how we use those materials b - Make simple observations, explanations, and generalizations about Earth’s materials based on real-life experiences Reading and Writing Research and Reasoning 1 - Relevant information is different from nonrelevant information c - Identify information that is relevant |
Mathematics and Science DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 5 - Child explains that an event or change happens because of something else. Mathematics and Science FF - Identifying natural and living things 4 - Child identifies a change (in a material or the environment) and a possible cause. |
Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. |
Logic & Reasoning Reasoning & Problem Solving: The ability to recognize, understand, and analyze a problem and draw on knowledge or experience to seek solutions to a problem. Uses past knowledge to build new knowledge. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Describes and discusses predictions, explanations, and generalizations based on past experience. |
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12 - Remembers and connects experiences b - Makes connections 8 - Generates a rule, strategy, or idea from one learning experience and applies it in a new context |
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13 - Uses classification skills - 2 - Matches similar objects |
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13 - Uses classification skills - 4 - Places objects in two or more groups based on differences in a single characteristic, e.g., color, size, or shape |
Reading and Writing Oral Expression and Listening 1 - Conceptual understanding conveyed through vocabulary words can occur using a variety of modalities a - Identify and sort common objects, events, pictures, words, colors, shapes, and textures into various classifications |
Mathematics and Science Y - Sorting objects 2 - Child sorts a collection into smaller groups of similar objects. |
Mathematics 1 - Play Children engage in play to develop their mathematical thinking and problem solving. a - Begin to make groups and match objects. Mathematics 3 - Geometry and Spatial Sense Children show an interest in recognizing and creating shapes and an awareness of position in space. a - Describe and name common shapes found in the natural environment. |
Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Patterns: The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern. Sorts, classifies, and serializes (puts in a pattern) objects using attributes, such as color, shape, or size. |
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13 - Uses classification skills - 6 - Groups objects by one characteristic; then regroups them using a different characteristic and indicates the reason |
Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 1 - Shapes can be observed in the world and described in relation to one another b - Sort similar groups of objects into simple categories based on attributes Math Shape, Dimension and Geometric Relationships 2 - Measurement is used to compare objects c - Sort coins by physical attributes such as color or size (PFL) |
Mathematics and Science Y - Sorting objects 2 - Child sorts a collection into smaller groups of similar objects. Mathematics and Science Y - Sorting objects 3 - In sorting, child groups objects that are the same in some way but different in others. |
Mathematics 1 - Play Children engage in play to develop their mathematical thinking and problem solving. a - Begin to make groups and match objects. |
Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Patterns: The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern. Sorts, classifies, and serializes (puts in a pattern) objects using attributes, such as color, shape, or size. Mathematics Knowledge & Skills Patterns: The recognition of patterns, sequencing, and critical thinking skills necessary to predict and classify objects in a pattern. Sorts, classifies, and serializes (puts in a pattern) objects using attributes, such as color, shape, or size. |
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13 - Uses classification skills - 8 - Groups objects by more than one characteristic at the same time; switches sorting rules when asked, and explains the reasons |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present a - Thinks symbolically 2 - Recognizes people, objects, and animals in pictures or photographs |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present a - Thinks symbolically 4 - Draws or constructs, and then identifies what it is |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present a - Thinks symbolically 6 - Plans and then uses drawings, constructions, movements, and dramatizations to represent ideas |
Science Physical Science 1 - Objects have properties and characteristics c - Collect, describe, and record information through discussion, drawings, and charts Science Life Science 1 - Living things have characteristics and basic needs d - Collect, describe, and record information about living things through discussion, drawings, and charts Science Life Science 2 - Living things develop in predictable patterns c - Make and record by drawing, acting out, or describing observations of living things and how they change over time Reading and Writing Reading for All Purposes 1 - Print conveys meaning f - Generate a picture or written response to a read-aloud that identifies the who or what of the story or text Reading and Writing Writing and Composition 1 - Pictures express ideas a - Draw pictures to generate, represent, and express ideas or share information Reading and Writing Writing and Composition 1 - Pictures express ideas b - Orally describe or tell about a picture Social Studies Geography 1 - Develop spatial understanding, perspectives, and connections to the world. e - Use nonlinguistic representations to show understanding of geographic terms Visual Arts Invent and Discover to Create 1 - Create works of art based on personal relevance c - Create visual narratives from familiar stories and subject matter |
Creative Representation J - Drawing and painting pictures 3 - Child draws or paints something and explains what it stands for. Creative Representation J - Drawing and painting pictures 3 - Child draws or paints something and explains what it stands for. Mathematics and Science DD - Identifying sequence, change, and causality 2 - Child describes a sequence of events. Mathematics and Science FF - Identifying natural and living things 4 - Child identifies a change (in a material or the environment) and a possible cause. |
Language Development and Communication 3 - Speaking and Communicating Children will use verbal and non-verbal language to express and communicate information. a - Communicate needs or thoughts through nonverbal gestures, actions, expressions and words. Participate in communication around a topic. Literacy 2 - Early Writing Children demonstrate an interest and ability to use symbols to represent words and ideas. e - Begin to dictate ideas, sentences and stories. Literacy 5 - Early Reading - Comprehension Children demonstrate an interest in understanding that spoken and written words have meaning. c - Demonstrate understanding of the meaning of a story. Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. a - Collect, describe and learn to record information through discussion, drawings and charts. Science 2 - Scientific Knowledge Children learn about the development of the natural and physical world. a - Collect, describe and learn to record information through discussion, drawings and charts. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. a - Explore the natural processes of growing, changing and adapting to the environment. Science 3 - Scientific Skills and Methods Children begin to use scientific tools and methods to learn about their world. b - Make simple observations, predictions, explanations and generalizations based on real life experiences. Creativity 2 - Creative Expression Children engage in individual or group activities that represent real-life experiences, ideas, knowledge, feelings and fantasy. d - Plan, work cooperatively and create drawings, paintings, sculptures and other art projects. Creativity 3 - Tools Children use a variety of tools and art media to creatively express their ideas. a - Experiment with different tools to creatively express and present ideas. Creativity 3 - Tools Children use a variety of tools and art media to creatively express their ideas. a - Experiment with different tools to creatively express and present ideas. |
Physical Development & Health Fine Motor Skills: The control of small muscles for such purposes as using utensils, self-care, building, and exploring. Manipulates writing, drawing, and art tools. Logic & Reasoning Symbolic Representation: The use of symbols or objects to represent something else. Represents people, places, or things through drawings, movement, and three-dimensional objects. Logic & Reasoning Symbolic Representation: The use of symbols or objects to represent something else. Represents people, places, or things through drawings, movement, and three-dimensional objects. Logic & Reasoning Symbolic Representation: The use of symbols or objects to represent something else. Represents people, places, or things through drawings, movement, and three-dimensional objects. Literacy Knowledge & Skills Book Appreciation and Knowledge: The interest in books and their characteristics, and the ability to understand and get meaning from stories and information from books and other texts. Asks and answers questions and makes comments about print materials. Literacy Knowledge & Skills Book Appreciation and Knowledge: The interest in books and their characteristics, and the ability to understand and get meaning from stories and information from books and other texts. Retells stories or information from books through conversation, artistic works, creative movement, or drama. Literacy Knowledge & Skills Early Writing: The familiarity with writing implements, conventions, and emerging skills to communicate through written representations, symbols, and letters. Recognizes that writing is a way of communicating for a variety of purposes, such as giving information, sharing stories, or giving an opinion. Literacy Knowledge & Skills Early Writing: The familiarity with writing implements, conventions, and emerging skills to communicate through written representations, symbols, and letters. Uses scribbles, shapes, pictures, and letters to represent objects, stories, experiences, or ideas. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Collects, describes, and records information through discussions, drawings, maps, and charts. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Collects, describes, and records information through discussions, drawings, maps, and charts. Science Knowledge & Skills Scientific Skills & Method: The skills to observe and collect information and use it to ask questions, predict, explain, and draw conclusions. Collects, describes, and records information through discussions, drawings, maps, and charts. Creative Arts Expression Art: The use of a range of media and materials to create drawings, pictures, or other objects. Creates artistic works that reflect thoughts, feelings, experiences, or knowledge. Social Studies Knowledge & Skills Self, Family, & Community: The understanding of one’s relationship to the family and community, roles in the family and community, and respect for diversity. Describes or draws aspects of the geography of the classroom, home, and community. |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present a - Thinks symbolically 8 - Represents objects, places, and ideas with increasingly abstract symbols |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present b - Engages in sociodramatic play 2 - Imitates actions of others during play; uses real objects as props |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present b - Engages in sociodramatic play 4 - Acts out familiar or imaginary scenarios; may use props to stand for something else |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present b - Engages in sociodramatic play 6 - Interacts with two or more children during pretend play, assigning and/or assuming roles and discussing actions; sustains play scenario for up to 10 minutes |
Drama Perform 1 - Use dramatic play to imitate characters c - Initiate sustained dramatic play Reading and Writing Research and Reasoning 1 - Relevant information is different from nonrelevant information b - Begin to identify key features of reality versus fantasy in stories, pictures, and events |
Creative Representation K - Pretending 4 - Child engages in role play with two or more other children. |
Creativity 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means of self-expression and creativity. a - Engage in spontaneous imaginative play using a variety of materials to dramatize stories and experiences. Creativity 1 - Play Children engage in play as a means of self-expression and creativity. b - Use movement, a variety of media and music while playing to represent stories, moods and experiences. Creativity 2 - Creative Expression Children engage in individual or group activities that represent real-life experiences, ideas, knowledge, feelings and fantasy. a - Explore various roles in dramatic play through the use of props, language and fantasy roles with others. |
Logic & Reasoning Symbolic Representation: The use of symbols or objects to represent something else. Engages in pretend play and acts out roles. Logic & Reasoning Symbolic Representation: The use of symbols or objects to represent something else. Recognizes the difference between pretend or fantasy situations and reality. |
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14 - Uses symbols and images to represent something not present b - Engages in sociodramatic play 8 - Plans and negotiates complex role play; joins in detailed conversation about roles and actions; play may extend over several days |
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