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Independent Learning in the Foundation Stage: Developing Independent Learning in the Foundation Stage (Early Years Library)

Independent Learning in the Foundation Stage: Developing Independent Learning in the Foundation Stage (Early Years Library)

by SallyFeatherstone (Author), RosBayley (Author)

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    Paperback 2011

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Synopsis

Developing children as independent learners starts in the early years. Scientific evidence as well as the experience of experts confirms that children between three and six learn most effectively by doing. This work looks at the theory of independent learning and describes how practitioners can plan and resource the early years.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 192
 Publisher: Featherstone Education
Published: 21 Feb 2011
ISBN 10: 1408140667
ISBN 13: 9781408140666
Book Overview: Developing children as independent learners starts in the early years. Scientific evidence as well as the experience of experts confirms that children between three and six learn most effectively by doing. This work looks at the theory of independent learning and describes how practitioners can plan and resource the early years.

Media Reviews
'This is a truly excellent read. It is one of those books that your lecturer or mentor, at college or university, would say: If you don't have time to read any other books on the book list this term, make sure you read this one. ' * Early Years Educator (May 2011) *
'There are great references dotted throughout the book, as well as wonderful case studies.' * Practical Pre-school (May 2011) *
Author Bio
Sally Featherstone has a wealth of experience as a teacher, head teacher and a local authority adviser and inspector. In recent years, alongside her activities in publishing, Sally has continued to build a national reputation as a trainer and consultant in the Primary and Early Years field. Following an extensive career as an early year's teacher Ros now works as an early year's consultant, trainer and storyteller. She has long believed in the importance of developing children's thinking skills and has written and co-written a wide range of resources to this end. She also believes that good spoken language is essential for the development of effective thinking, so consequently, much of her work has focused on supporting practitioners in this vital area of children's development.