By explaining the theoretical context and highlighting relevant research evidence, this book supports a whole child approach to learning in the early years. Drawing on case studies from a wide range of early years settings, the chapters consider how the different professions in education, health and social care can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all young children.
Included are chapters on:
·theories of learning
·partnerships with parents and carers
·motivation and self-esteem
·diversity
·inclusion
·thinking skills
·approaches to play
·engaging early learners
·leadership and management
·multi-agency working
The links made between theory and practice, and the practical suggestions for how to make this happen in any early years setting, make this book a vital text for all early years students.
PART ONE: HOW YOUNG CHILDREN LEARN
Historical Perspectives - Pat Beckley
Theories of Learning - Pat Beckley
Partnerships with Parents/Carers - Pat Beckley
Pedagogy in Practice - Pat Beckley
PART TWO: SUPPORTING YOUNG CHILDREN'S LEARNING
Motivation and Self-Esteem - Pat Beckley
Inclusion and 'Educating' the Whole Child - Sue Lambert
Diversity in the Early Years - Helen Hendry
Thinking Skills - Sharon Marsden
PART THREE: ORGANIZING THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Approaches to Play - Lindy Nahmad-Williams
Enabling Environments - Jane Johnston
Learning and Teaching Styles - Alison Jakins
Leadership and Management in Early Years Settings - Pat Beckley
PART FOUR: ISSUES IN PRACTICE
Engaging Early Learners - Becky Glenton
The Social Context - Pat Beckley
Multi-Agency Working - Anita Soni
Forward Thinking and Forward Practice - Liz Creed
