Taylor & Francis Ltd Paperback English
Early Years Essentials
Linking Theory to Provision in the Early Years
By Jayne Carter
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Early Years Essentials offers a wealth of evidence-based strategies and ideas to enhance the learning and development of young children. Linked to the EYFS framework and drawing on a wide range of case studies from across the sector, it shows what excellent provision looks like in practice alongside summaries of key research. Each chapter includes a ‘pondering question’ which offers the reader the opportunity to reflect on their own knowledge, as well as providing a framework to consider how to enhance their own teaching skills. Covering all aspects of early years practice, the chapters include:The indoor and outdoor learning environmentObservation, planning, and assessmentWorking with parents and carersThe prime and specific areas of learningAdult-child interactionsThe characteristics of effective learningInclusion and diversityChild and practitioner wellbeingIncluding reflective questions and key takeaways in every chapter, this essential text will support student and practitioner knowledge and understanding of how the EYFS principles can be effectively embedded into best practice.
Early Years Essentials offers a wealth of evidence-based strategies and ideas to enhance the learning and development of young children. Linked to the EYFS framework and drawing on a wide range of case studies from across the sector, it shows what excellent provision looks like in practice alongside summaries of key research. Each chapter includes a ‘pondering question’ which offers the reader the opportunity to reflect on their own knowledge, as well as providing a framework to consider how to enhance their own teaching skills. Covering all aspects of early years practice, the chapters include:The indoor and outdoor learning environmentObservation, planning, and assessmentWorking with parents and carersThe prime and specific areas of learningAdult-child interactionsThe characteristics of effective learningInclusion and diversityChild and practitioner wellbeingIncluding reflective questions and key takeaways in every chapter, this essential text will support student and practitioner knowledge and understanding of how the EYFS principles can be effectively embedded into best practice.