A Guide to Early Years Practice

by SandraSmidt (Author)

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  Paperback
  1998

  $4.67

  The importance of good quality early years education is now widely recognized, and the new government's commitment to funding nursery education for all four year olds and introduction of desirable outcomes means that those working in this field - often with little or no specialist training - need to develop their knowledge of child development and theories of learning. Writing in a clear and accessible way, Sandra Smidt looks at what is known about how young children learn best and uses this to discuss how to support and extend learning in all early years settings. The book offers guidance to ensure that the activities and support offered to young children will promote learning across a broad and balanced early year's curriculum.

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  Paperback
  2002

  $3.24

  Important changes in Early Years policy have been made since the first edition of Sandra Smidt's book was published in 1998. With the British government's commitment to funding nursery education for all four-year-olds, those working in this field must develop their knowledge of child development and theories of learning. This volume highlights initiatives such as the replacement of Desirable Outcomes by the Foundation Stage and Early Learning Goals. This second edition is particularly appropriate for those implementing the government's new Sure Start programmes. As with the first edition, this book may be used as a core text for students and teachers alike involved in any area of Early Years teaching.