Play in the Early Years

Learning through play is at the heart of the EYLF, and this series gives Early Years teachers and professionals as many play ideas as possible to support children’s learning.

The series features:

• the value of play
• planning for and supporting play
• links to the five learning outcomes in the EYLF

Discovery Play

by Bridie Raban & Sheila Riddell-Leech

Discovery play involves children in exploring a range of natural materials to encourage them to discover at their own pace and in their own way. This practical guide offers advice on setting up treasure basket and discovery play sessions at all stages up to 5 years old. It comes with links to the EYLF and schemas.

Outdoor Play

by Bridie Raban & Sheila Riddell-Leech

This book is full of ideas for new and exciting outdoor play, whatever the weather. All activities are linked to the EYLF, and come with advice on planning and supporting outdoor play sessions.

Role Play

by Bridie Raban & Sheila Riddell-Leech

Role play is a rich and often undervalued area of play in which children are able to explore situations from their own or another person’s perspective. This book covers every aspect of role playing, with scenarios linked to the five learning outcomes in the EYLF, to supporting play and helping children create their own props to encourage free-flow play.