Alphabet Fun (10-minute Ideas for the Early Years)

by JillianHarker (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2004

  $3.27

  This series will provide a lively range of fresh ideas that are no more than 10 minutes in duration. All the activities will require little or no preparation and are ideal for busy practitioners to slot into the day as required. The ideas will be linked to the Stepping Stones and Early Learning Goals so can be used as part of a planned curriculum. Each book will also contain a selection of time-saving photocopiables designed to encourage children to use a wide range of skills. This book will help practitioners to target the teaching of alphabet skills through simple and enjoyable 10-minute games. This book takes a broad-based approach, covering skills such as hearing sounds within words, linking sounds and letters, understanding rhyme and reading first words. The ideas are delivered through all six areas of learning in lively, practical play-based activities. The chapters in this book cover: Personal, social and emotional development Communication, language and literacy Mathematical development Knowledge and understanding of the world Physical development Creative development Timed activities to slot in as required. Nothing like it for this age range. Based on the Stepping Stones and Early Learning Goals. Photocopiabl sheets. Perfect for students and helpers.