3rd Edition

A Guide to Early Years Practice

By Sandra Smidt Copyright 2007
200 Pages
by Routledge

392 Pages
by Routledge

392 Pages
by Routledge

This is a practical, accessible guide to early years practice. The author examines current theories about how children learn best and focuses on how we can support and extend the learning of young children. This fully revised edition discusses Birth to Three Matters , the new Childcare Bill and the development of children's centres, and has additional focus on the Foundation Stage Profile... Read more

1. Understanding How Young Children Learn Best  2. How to Support and Extend the Learning of Young Children  3. The New Childcare Bill  4. Introduction to the Curriculum Guidance to the Foundation Stage  5. Living and Communicating in a Social World  6. Understanding and Explaining the Physical World  7. Exploring the World and Expressing Ideas  8. Ensuring Equality of Access and Opportunity  9. Documenting What Children Do  10. Partnerships with Parents

Biography

Sandra Smidt

'There is much useful information in this book and the practical examples and anecdotes are particularly effective.' - Early Years Update