Author : Penny Tassoni
Publisher : Heinemann
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 23,22 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780435401672
Suitable for most students on Early Years, Health and Education courses and student teachers in training, this work provides practical guidance on implementing the pre-school curriculum.
Author : Jo McEvoy
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 44,46 MB
Release : 2019-05-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 1526482622
This practical text supports early years students and practitioners to build confidence in planning for learning across all stages of the EYFS and in the many different contexts in which it is delivered.
Author : Ioanna Palaiologou
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 17,88 MB
Release : 2009-11-25
Category : Education
ISBN : 1848601271
Palaiologou has chosen essays for this collection which will stimulate critical awareness and discussion of the early years foundation stage. She provides an interesting background to the politics, policy and legislation which underpin and inform the EYFS. This book covers policy and pedagogy, assessment, communication and more.
Author : Rosemary Rodger
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 39,53 MB
Release : 2016-04-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 131744387X
Now its fourth edition, Planning an Appropriate Curriculum in the Early Years offers a comprehensive guide for early years practitioners and students on how to plan and implement a suitable curriculum for the children in an Early Years setting. It examines the key roles and responsibilities of practitioners working in Early Years settings and those with responsibility for leading and managing provision for EYFS in primary schools. Completely revised and updated in line with the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, latest research evidence and OFSTED requirements, this book covers the following aspects of the Early Years including: what we mean by planning an appropriate curriculum in the early years; transition from nursery to school and into Year 1; defining quality learning and play in the early years assessment procedures and examples; integration of two-year-olds into school; the role played by parents and carers in children’s learning and development; the ways in which vulnerable children are provided for; examples of planning material developed by practitioners. With case studies of good practice and questions for reflective practice and group work, this timely fourth edition will be welcomed by students and practitioners looking to provide high quality and effective learning experiences for the under-fives.
Author : Sandra Smidt
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 17,22 MB
Release : 2013-09-13
Category : Education
ISBN : 1134721234
Very practical and accessible books that explain the core principles of the new Early Years Foundation Stage and help them implement it in the EY settings Smaller format than the competition – more accessible and cheaper (at a lower price than the competition the books will appeal to wider audience) Contains activities of varying lengths Each book, whilst ‘hanging together as a series’ has flexibility within the overall design to allow for the differing needs of each area of learning The planning title offers guidance about planning for the whole EYFS curriculum and provides additional activities Timely: this is currently a market gap and the series is planned to be released with the launch of the EYFS in September
Author : Jo McEvoy
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 41,28 MB
Release : 2019-05-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 1526482606
Planning for learning in the EYFS is not a simple task. Planning can be daunting, time consuming and ineffective. It is easy to fall into the trap of planning for activities and topics, rather than planning for learning. Be better, more confident and effective at planning for learning in the EYFS with this book. *Explore the wider context of children′s learning *Make professional, informed decisions to support all children *Use statutory and non-statutory guidance appropriately *Be responsive to children′s individual needs *Capitalize on learning opportunities as they arise *Be an advocate for child-centred planning
Author : Jonathan Glazzard
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 19,31 MB
Release : 2010-03-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 1849201226
Are you struggling with the complexities of assessment? Demystifying the process of assessment for learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Assessment for Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage explains in straightforward language how to put principles into practice. Looking at models of assessment, the book draws heavily on examples of real assessments from practice, and the relevant theory is explained in context. Lessons from research are applied to best practice, and issues covered include: self-assessment and peer assessmentcollecting evidence as a basis for making judgementshow to track the child's development in the six areas of learningusing assessment to inform future planningsummative assessment in the EYFSinvolving parents and carers in the assessment processusing assessment to support children with additional needsmoderation "
Author : Jill Williams
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 28,75 MB
Release : 2014-04-04
Category : Education
ISBN : 113402326X
Operating on two levels, this book aims to help students and practitioners understand how to plan and use time effectively within the foundation stage setting. The book examines how children learn and play at different times of day, how they fiction when they might be tired or hungry and how best to organize the learning day with this in mind. The authors discuss the issue of environment, how children relate to different areas within their own room, and what happens when routines of time and place are altered. The book also discusses how to develop children's understanding of time and how to incorporate the theme of time into children's play. The book includes: practical activities and examples that will allow children to fully comprehend the concept of time advice on how to create time for children to learn through play, inquiry and investigation sections on how time can be used to include parents, colleagues and the local community. This book provides in-depth analysis of how effective use of time can be beneficial for parents, children and staff in early years setting.
Author : Jane Drake
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,97 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Child development
ISBN : 9780415485975
Practitioners need help keeping up to speed with the latest developments in the Early Years. Updated in line with current policy and practice, this new edition fully reflects the Early Years Foundation Stage themes, principles, commitments and guidance and recognises the importance of play as a context for teaching, learning and assessment. With explicit links to the EYFS learning and development grids and the early learning goals, it includes practical guidance and ideas on: creating stimulating learning environments indoors and out planning exciting focus activities and experiences responding to children's individual interests and supporting personalised learning sound observational practice and how to assess children's learning and development within the EYFS framework developing genuine partnerships with parents and learning links with home. Incorporating 'Key Points for Good Practice' within each chapter, and direct links to the EYFS 'Principles into Practice' cards as well as EYP standards, this is a key text for all practitioners working with children in the later stages of the Early Years Foundation Stage. It is also ideal for students pursuing Qualified Teacher Status in the Early Years and Early Years Professional Status, and for those enrolled in courses in Early Childhood Studies and Foundation Degrees in Early Years.
Author : James Catchpole
Publisher : Faber & Faber
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 44,58 MB
Release : 2021-03-30
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0571358322
The first ever picture book addressing how a disabled child might want to be spoken to.What happened to you? Was it a shark? A burglar? A lion? Did it fall off?Every time Joe goes out the questions are the same . . . what happened to his leg? But is this even a question Joe has to answer?A ground-breaking, funny story that helps children understand what it might feel like to be seen as different.'A revolutionary book on disability.' Inclusive Storytime'Catchpole's beautifully judged, child-friendly words ably evoke the fatigue and wariness of repeatedly being asked the same question rather than simply being accepted and allowed to play, while George's warm images amplify the delight of shared imagination.' The Guardian'Wonderful, delightful and important. [...] Not only will it help nondisabled adults and children understand what it is like to be singled out for being different, but it will empower disabled children and help them realise they don't have to justify themselves to people they don't know.' Jen Campbell, bestselling author of Franklin's Flying Bookshop'With beautifully characterful illustrations and plenty of calming white space, it exudes gentle energy and humour to appeal to every child. This is a stunningly clever book.' BookTrust'The beauty of What Happened to You? is its focus on empathy... a brilliant book to open up the conversation with pre-school kids.' Disability Arts Online'A groundbreaking picture book reflecting the world of a visibly disabled child... a funny and very enjoyable read that will nevertheless perform an urgently needed task and generate very useful discussion at home and school.' LoveReading4Kids
