The demographic landscape in the United States is changing rapidly, and early childhood programs are experiencing an increase in the enrollment of Dual Language Learners (DLLs). The current study employed a mixed-methods case study design to explore the impact of creative drama on Head Start DLLs’ social and emotional development. Six DLLs enrolled in a Head Start center participated in the 9-week creative drama intervention. Quantitative data showed that participants’ social and emotional skills improved significantly after the intervention. Qualitative data further revealed that participants demonstrated improvements in social interactions, including increased confidence, enhanced cooperation skills, and better emotion management. Overall, the findings from the current study suggest that creative drama is a promising strategy for Head Start DLLs to increase their social and emotional competence.

美国的人口状况正在迅速变化，幼儿计划的双语学习者（DLL）的入学人数正在增加。当前的研究采用了一种混合方法的案例研究设计，以探讨创意戏剧对Head Start DLL的社交和情感发展的影响。参加Head Start Center的六个DLL参加了为期9周的创意戏剧干预。定量数据显示，干预后参与者的社交和情感技能得到了显着改善。定性数据进一步显示，参与者表现出社交互动方面的改善，包括增强的自信，增强的合作技巧以及更好的情绪管理。全面的，