Playing and Exploring in the Early Years

Name: Playing and Exploring in the Early Years
SKU: 0803
Price: 44.95 AUD
Availability: InStock
Author: Anni McTavish
ISBN: 9781927251270

Focuses on teaching and learning and its practical implications for early years practice

By
Anni McTavish

This book explores the essential area of playing and exploring. It considers the developmental theory behind play and how it is linked to good practice. Considering observations in early years settings as well as current research and thinking, they cover communication and language, the learning environment (both indoors and outdoors) and extended learning.

Ages: 1-4 | Pages: 72 | Code: 0803 | ISBN: 9781927251270

Series: Learning and Teaching in the Early Years

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Anni McTavish

Anni McTavish is an early childhood creative arts consultant, writer and trainer, working across the United Kingdom. With a background in the arts, psychotherapy and education, she has had over 20 years’ experience in the early years sector and is an Associate of Early Education. She also leads songs, story-making and movement sessions.

Contents
Foreword by Jennie Lindon	4
Introduction	5
1. What does 'playing and exploring' mean?	8
'Playing and exploring' in practice for babies and young children	10
The difference between playing and exploring	11
Playing and exploring needs for different age groups	13
Developmental stages of play	14
Good practice – observation, assessment and planning	15
Case study reflection	20
2. Finding out and exploring	22
Natural materials – making your own treasure basket	23
Sensitive adult support	24
An enabling environment	26
Assessing your environment	28
The importance of adult interactions	29
Supporting children's thinking	30
3. Playing with what they know	36
What they know	37
Dramatic and sociodramatic play	39
Good provision	40
Playing in a group	43
Cultural perspectives	44
Planning for next steps – following children's interests	48
4. Being willing to 'have a go'	50
Supporting children to 'have a go'	50
The importance of risk and challenge	52
5. A thoughtful approach	58
Working with parents	58
Supporting play for many levels of learning	59
Key points for a thoughtful approach	61