Capturing spontaneous conversation, this book examines the discourse generated during zoo visits and discusses whether the it reflects the stated missions of zoos. Offers insight into children's ideas concerning the role of a zoo in biological conservation.
Capturing spontaneous conversation, this book examines the discourse generated during zoo visits and discusses whether the it reflects the stated miss...
Founded on the premise that zoos are 'bilingual'-that the zoo, in the shape of its staff and exhibits, and its visitors speak distinct languages-this enlightening analysis of the informal learning that occurs in zoos examines the 'speech' of exhibits and staff as well as the discourse of visitors beginning in the earliest years. Using real-life conversations among visitors as a basis for discussion, the authors interrogate children's responses to the exhibits and by doing so develop an 'informal learning model' and a 'zoo knowledge model' that prompts suggestions for activities that classroom...
Founded on the premise that zoos are 'bilingual'-that the zoo, in the shape of its staff and exhibits, and its visitors speak distinct languages-this ...
Young children are intuitive scientists. This book builds on their inherent curiosity and problem solving as they move forward in their scientific thinking. Science develops from early beginnings and a solid foundation in the early years is essential for their future learning and engagement with the subject. "Starting Inquiry Based Science in the Early Years" shows you how you can support children s emerging scientific skills by working with them and scaffolding their inquiries as they experiment, hypothesise and investigate building on their natural curiosity.
Full of practical advice,...
Young children are intuitive scientists. This book builds on their inherent curiosity and problem solving as they move forward in their scientific ...
