Planning for the Foundation Stage

Planning for the Foundation Stage

Author: Penny Tassoni

Publisher: Heinemann

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780435401672

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Suitable for most students on Early Years, Health and Education courses and student teachers in training, this work provides practical guidance on implementing the pre-school curriculum.


Child Centred Planning in the Early Years Foundation Stage

Child Centred Planning in the Early Years Foundation Stage

Author: Jo McEvoy

Publisher: Learning Matters

Published: 2019-05-27

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 1526482622

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This practical text supports early years students and practitioners to build confidence in planning for learning across all stages of the EYFS and in the many different contexts in which it is delivered.


Planning an Appropriate Curriculum in the Early Years

Planning an Appropriate Curriculum in the Early Years

Author: Rosemary Rodger

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-04-11

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 131744387X

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Now its fourth edition, Planning an Appropriate Curriculum in the Early Years offers a comprehensive guide for early years practitioners and students on how to plan and implement a suitable curriculum for the children in an Early Years setting. It examines the key roles and responsibilities of practitioners working in Early Years settings and those with responsibility for leading and managing provision for EYFS in primary schools. Completely revised and updated in line with the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, latest research evidence and OFSTED requirements, this book covers the following aspects of the Early Years including: what we mean by planning an appropriate curriculum in the early years; transition from nursery to school and into Year 1; defining quality learning and play in the early years assessment procedures and examples; integration of two-year-olds into school; the role played by parents and carers in children’s learning and development; the ways in which vulnerable children are provided for; examples of planning material developed by practitioners. With case studies of good practice and questions for reflective practice and group work, this timely fourth edition will be welcomed by students and practitioners looking to provide high quality and effective learning experiences for the under-fives.


The Foundation Stage Teacher in Action

The Foundation Stage Teacher in Action

Author: Margaret Edgington

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2004-10-13

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 9780761944195

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A fully revised edition of the author's best selling book, this resource now includes an extended section on leadership, and managing the foundation stage.


The Early Years Foundation Stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage

Author: Ioanna Palaiologou

Publisher: SAGE Publications

Published: 2009-11-25

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1848601271

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Palaiologou has chosen essays for this collection which will stimulate critical awareness and discussion of the early years foundation stage. She provides an interesting background to the politics, policy and legislation which underpin and inform the EYFS. This book covers policy and pedagogy, assessment, communication and more.


Child Centred Planning in the Early Years Foundation Stage

Child Centred Planning in the Early Years Foundation Stage

Author: Jo McEvoy

Publisher: Learning Matters

Published: 2019-05-27

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 1526482606

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Planning for learning in the EYFS is not a simple task. Planning can be daunting, time consuming and ineffective. It is easy to fall into the trap of planning for activities and topics, rather than planning for learning. Be better, more confident and effective at planning for learning in the EYFS with this book. *Explore the wider context of children′s learning *Make professional, informed decisions to support all children *Use statutory and non-statutory guidance appropriately *Be responsive to children′s individual needs *Capitalize on learning opportunities as they arise *Be an advocate for child-centred planning


Planning for the Early Years Foundation Stage

Planning for the Early Years Foundation Stage

Author: Sandra Smidt

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-09-13

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1134721234

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Very practical and accessible books that explain the core principles of the new Early Years Foundation Stage and help them implement it in the EY settings Smaller format than the competition – more accessible and cheaper (at a lower price than the competition the books will appeal to wider audience) Contains activities of varying lengths Each book, whilst ‘hanging together as a series’ has flexibility within the overall design to allow for the differing needs of each area of learning The planning title offers guidance about planning for the whole EYFS curriculum and provides additional activities Timely: this is currently a market gap and the series is planned to be released with the launch of the EYFS in September


Planning Educational Visits for the Early Years

Planning Educational Visits for the Early Years

Author: Anna Salaman

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2005-11-23

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9781412919272

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`Planning Educational Visits for the Early Years is full of advice on how to make visits enjoyable learning opportunities as well as great fun. This book is ideal for early years advisors, teachers and anyone planning educational visits for children aged three to seven' - Practical Pre-School `This book groups visits into five types of venue: museums, art galleries, the built environment, performing arts and zoos, aquariums and farms. For each there is a very brief rationale of why you should visit and details of a wide range of activities you can do before, during and after the visit. There are useful websites to help you find such amenities in your area. The activities will be familiar to experienced staff, but it is useful to have them all written down together' - Early Years Update 'Even experienced practitioners will find many useful ideas. I especially liked the chapter 'The Built Environment', with the idea of different 'trails' to shape local outings' - Nursery World Do you want to plan exciting, creative or cultural visits, but don't know where to start? This step-by-step guide shows you how to get the best out of trips with your young children, whether you are heading off to the zoo, visiting a farm, exploring an art gallery, going to a museum or seeing a show. Linked to the Foundation Stage curriculum and Early Learning Goals, this book is packed with advice on how to make visits into enjoyable learning opportunities. Subjects covered include: o a guide to planning your visit o practical activities to carry out in each setting o activity ideas to do at different venues o curriculum links for each suggested activity o advice on managing the number of children taken o advice on risk assessments and on the current legal situation o checklists o a list of organisations and websites to access Early Years venues across the UK Nursery Managers and Nursery Teachers, Foundation Stage, Reception teachers, and Early Years Advisers will all find this book helps them plan creative and cultural visits that are fun for all.


Planning and Using Time in the Foundation Stage

Planning and Using Time in the Foundation Stage

Author: Jill Williams

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-04-04

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 113402326X

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Operating on two levels, this book aims to help students and practitioners understand how to plan and use time effectively within the foundation stage setting. The book examines how children learn and play at different times of day, how they fiction when they might be tired or hungry and how best to organize the learning day with this in mind. The authors discuss the issue of environment, how children relate to different areas within their own room, and what happens when routines of time and place are altered. The book also discusses how to develop children's understanding of time and how to incorporate the theme of time into children's play. The book includes: practical activities and examples that will allow children to fully comprehend the concept of time advice on how to create time for children to learn through play, inquiry and investigation sections on how time can be used to include parents, colleagues and the local community. This book provides in-depth analysis of how effective use of time can be beneficial for parents, children and staff in early years setting.


Assessment for Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage

Assessment for Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage

Author: Jonathan Glazzard

Publisher: SAGE Publications

Published: 2010-03-12

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 1849201226

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Are you struggling with the complexities of assessment? Demystifying the process of assessment for learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Assessment for Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage explains in straightforward language how to put principles into practice. Looking at models of assessment, the book draws heavily on examples of real assessments from practice, and the relevant theory is explained in context. Lessons from research are applied to best practice, and issues covered include: self-assessment and peer assessmentcollecting evidence as a basis for making judgementshow to track the child's development in the six areas of learningusing assessment to inform future planningsummative assessment in the EYFSinvolving parents and carers in the assessment processusing assessment to support children with additional needsmoderation "