Physical Development in the Early Years Foundation Stage

ISBN-13: 9780415479066 / Angielski / Twarda / 2009 / 147 str.

Angela D Nurse;Sandy Green

Opis

The Practical Guidance in the Early Years Foundation Stage series will assist practitioners in the smooth and successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Each book gives clear and detailed explanations of each aspect of Learning and Development and encourages readers to consider each area within its broadest context to expand and develop their own knowledge and good practice. Practical ideas and activities for all age groups are offered along with a wealth of expertise of how elements from the practice guidance can be implemented within all early years settings. The books include suggestions for the innovative use of everyday ressources, popular books and stories. This book will both raise the awareness of readers to how physical development impacts on all areas of learning and general development. The author encourages practitioners to think about what physical activity actually means for children and the importance of balancing risk and challenge, providing opportunities for children to be active and interactive and to use their senses to learn about the world around them.

Physical development is a great deal more than just motor skills and spatial awareness. It involves the physiological development of all of the body's organs and functions, most importantly brain development which controls how we feel, respond and perform. This book will place the practice guidance of the EYFS within physical development in its broadest context, supporting readers in meeting the needs of all young children.

We know that practitioners responsible for the nurturing of young children in their settings are conscientious, but busy people. We also know that students need clear accessible material to help them further their learning. Physical development in the Early Years Foundation Stage will both raise the awareness of readers as to what physical development actually entails, and help them provide learning opportunities for young children that are relevant, realistic and challenging.

O autorze

Angela D Nurse is an Educational Consultant