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Playing and Exploring in the Early Years

Focuses on teaching and learning and its practical implications for early years practice

This book explores the essential area of playing and exploring. It considers the developmental theory behind play and how it is linked to good practice. Considering observations in early years settings as well as current research and thinking, they cover communication and language, the learning environment (both indoors and outdoors) and extended learning.

Ages: 1-4 | Pages: 72 | Code: 0803 | ISBN: 9781927251270

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Anni McTavish

Anni McTavish is an early childhood creative arts consultant, writer and trainer, working across the United Kingdom. With a background in the arts, psychotherapy and education, she has had over 20 years’ experience in the early years sector and is an Associate of Early Education. She also leads songs, story-making and movement sessions.

Contents

Foreword by Jennie Lindon4
Introduction5
1. What does 'playing and exploring' mean?8
'Playing and exploring' in practice for babies and young children10
The difference between playing and exploring11
Playing and exploring needs for different age groups13
Developmental stages of play14
Good practice – observation, assessment and planning15
Case study reflection20
2. Finding out and exploring22
Natural materials – making your own treasure basket23
Sensitive adult support24
An enabling environment26
Assessing your environment28
The importance of adult interactions29
Supporting children's thinking30
3. Playing with what they know36
What they know37
Dramatic and sociodramatic play39
Good provision40
Playing in a group43
Cultural perspectives44
Planning for next steps – following children's interests48
4. Being willing to 'have a go'50
Supporting children to 'have a go'50
The importance of risk and challenge52
5. A thoughtful approach58
Working with parents58
Supporting play for many levels of learning59
Key points for a thoughtful approach61