Playful Teaching and Learning

Playful Teaching and Learning
ISBN-10
1526413256
ISBN-13
9781526413253
Category
Education
Pages
240
Language
English
Published
2017-03-13
Publisher
SAGE
Authors
Dorothy McMillan, Glenda Walsh, Carol McGuinness

Description

Every early years practitioner should be able to captivate and maintain the interest of young children in their setting, through the provision of a playful learning experience. Covering age ranges 3-8 years, this textbook explores the importance of infusing playfulness throughout the entire early years day, and includes chapters that: establish the core principles underpinning playful teaching and learning help students and practitioners understand how playfulness can be applied to all aspects of the early years curriculum including mathematics, literacy, outdoor environments, science & technology, and ICT explore core issues in early years provision including observing, planning & assessment, and how they relate to playful learning emphasise the role and qualities of the playful professional. This is a fantastic resource for any student or practitioner looking to enrich the lives of young children through meaningful playful learning experiences.

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