Planning for Learning through Autumn


Book Description

Plan for six weeks of learning covering all six areas of learning and development of the EYFS through the topic of Autumn. The Planning for Learning series is a series of topic books written around the Early Years Foundation Stage designed to make planning easy. This book takes you through six weeks of activities on the theme of Autumn. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together.The weekly themes in this book include: detecting autumn, harvest, autumn leaves, autumn fruits, windy week and autumn gallery.




Leaf Man


Book Description

Fall has come, the wind is gusting, and Leaf Man is on the move. Is he drifting east, over the marsh and ducks and geese? Or is he heading west, above the orchards, prairie meadows, and spotted cows? No one's quite sure, but this much is certain: A Leaf Man's got to go where the wind blows. With illustrations made from actual fall leaves and die-cut pages on every spread that reveal gorgeous landscape vistas, here is a playful, whimsical, and evocative book that celebrates the natural world and the rich imaginative life of children. Includes an author's note and leaf-identifying labels.




Planning for Learning through the Seasons


Book Description

Plan for six weeks of learning for each season with this bumper edition, covering all six areas of learning and development of the EYFS. This bumper edition contains all the material contained in Planning for Learning Through Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter in one value book. Ideal for helping young children to explore the seasons, whatever the time of year, with this step-by-step guide to planning fun activities that cover a wide range of Early Learning Goals. This title comes with advice on observing and assessing children's learning, as well as how to record evidence of learning. It also includes photocopiable sheets for parents to take and extend the learning at home. A must-have for any early years setting wanting easy to dip into planning all year round.




Leaves Fall Down


Book Description

Two friends learn why leaves change colors and fall off the trees in autumn and enjoy raking them into a huge pile for jumping.




Toddler Lesson Plans: Learning ABC's


Book Description

Toddler Lesson Plans: Learning ABCs is a collection of fun activities that will help you teach ABCs to your toddler Why this book? HAVE A GUIDE - Forget scrolling through social media or blogs for ideas; now your plan for teaching ABCs is laid out for you. BE CONSISTENT - With a guide to keep you on track, you won't have to worry about neglecting any of those pesky not so popular letters. GIVE YOUR CHILD A HEAD START - Your child will have a head start on learning with you teaching ABCs. What is in the book? 26 Week Guide - a week dedicated to each letter Each week has 5 activities Each activity has a materials list and detailed directions Each week also has an alternate activity The book has 53 handouts that correlate with speicific ABC activities Can a busy mom follow this lesson plan? Sure! Each activity takes about 10 minutes. A few minutes will be needed for you to round up the supplies (and your toddler!) If certain days are busy for you, schedule around them and only plan on teaching abcs on 5 days in the week that work for you. Of course, there are days where things feel too hectic but just hang in there! We may feel too busy to teach ABCs but our toddlers aren't too busy to learn! ** BLACK/WHITE Version of Book - Cover is full color but interior pages are black/white only** If you'd like the full color version, click the format options above and then click small triangle to the left of the word 'paperback.'




Planning for Learning through What Are Things Made From?


Book Description

Plan for six weeks of learning covering all six areas of learning and development of the EYFS through the topic of what things are made from. The Planning for Learning series is a series of topic books written around the Early Years Foundation Stage designed to make planning easy. This book takes you through six weeks of activities on the theme of what are things made from. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together.Weekly topics include a look at materials around us including paper, wood, fabric, wool and shiny materials. Count wooden bricks, make postcard collages and design shiny jewellery. Bring it all together with a jumble sale!




Planning for Learning through The Twelve Days of Christmas


Book Description

Plan for six weeks of learning covering all six areas of learning and development of the EYFS through the topic of the twelve days of Christmas. The Planning for Learning series is a series of topic books written around the Early Years Foundation Stage designed to make planning easy. This book takes you through 12 days of activities on the theme of the 12 days of Christmas. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together. The weekly themes in this book include: ideas for advent, the Christmas story, Christmas cards and decorations, and organising your very own Christmas party.




Planning for Learning through All About Me


Book Description

This book takes you through six weeks of activities on the theme of all about me. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together. Games and activities relate to every part of the body - from fingers to toes! Includes ideas for a 'healthy eating week' plus unusual variations on traditional games to tie in with the topic.




The Ultimate Toddler Activity Guide


Book Description

We all want our toddlers to learn and have fun - but what happens when a hectic life gets in the way? You no longer have to waste time searching for age-appropriate activities. Now you can enjoy the ultimate collection of kid-tested fun that can be ready in minutes! Autumn McKay, author of The Ultimate Kindergarten Prep Guide, is a mother of 3 preschoolers and understands the pressure to create fun activities that don't take a lot of time to prepare. As a former schoolteacher, she has created The Ultimate Toddler Activity Guide with low-prep activities that are proven to spark a child's interest and curiosity. Save time by not needing to scroll through social media looking for ideas. Learning through play makes learning fun so your little ones look forward to learning even more. You have a bright child whose brain is like a sponge, so just a short, engaging activity can help give them an extra headstart. WHAT IS IN THE BOOK? ? This book includes 200 activities! ? There are 19 themes. ? Each activity has a materials list and detailed directions. ? There are 114 low prep activities--that means the prep time is only 1 or 2 minutes! ? The book has 49 handouts that correlate with specific themes. ? The book is 280 pages of fun for you and your toddler to enjoy together! CAN A BUSY MOM USE THIS BOOK? ? Sure! These activities are made for busy moms! A few minutes will be needed for you to round up the supplies (and your toddler!) ? Each activity takes about 10-15 minutes. ? If certain days are busy for you, schedule around them and only plan on doing the activities on days that work best for you and your little one. THEMES:?Body Parts?Community Helpers?Emotions?Farm?Fine Motor?Gross Motor?Holidays (New Years, Martin Luther King Jr., Valentine's, Presidents' Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Earth Day, 4th of July, Columbus Day, Halloween, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas)?Insects and Bugs?Left and Right?Ocean?Seasons?Senses?Shapes?Space?Spanish?Spelling Name?Transportation?Weather?Zoo Animals




Planning for Learning through Space


Book Description

Plan for six weeks of learning covering all six areas of learning and development of the EYFS through the topic of space. The Planning for Learning series is a series of topic books written around the Early Years Foundation Stage designed to make planning easy. This book takes you through six weeks of activities on the theme of space. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together. The weekly themes in this book include: the earth, the sun, other stars, our moon, and journeying into space.




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