1st Edition
Physical Development and Outdoor Learning A Practical Guide for the Early Years
By Helen Bilton
Copyright 2026
188 Pages
141 Color Illustrations
by
Routledge
188 Pages
141 Color Illustrations
by
Routledge
188 Pages
141 Color Illustrations
by
Routledge
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Physical development is the window to the whole child. Through watching children move, they reveal their true selves.
This groundbreaking book bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering a deeper understanding of young children’s physical development in outdoor environments. It explores the specific phases of motor development, the skills children acquire and how these are closely... Read more
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1: What is physical development and why is it important?
Chapter 2: Enabling Environments
Chapter 3: Skilled educators
Chapter 4: Partnership with parents
Chapter 5: Making changes
References
Appendices
Biography
Helen Bilton is Professor of Outdoor Learning and Play at the University of Reading. An internationally recognised expert in early years outdoor education, she has authored numerous research-led papers and textbooks, combining practice with theory to support both researchers and practitioners.
