Knowledge and Understanding of the World

This text provides the early years educator with a structured programme of activities for their nursery or Reception class which will help prepare for later learning in science, history, geography and technology. The book includes information on the Desirable Outcomes for knowledge and understanding of the world, curriculum planning, child development, inspection requirements as well as assessment and record-keeping. Practical activities cover the areas of: me, my family and friends; living things; exploring the local environment; finding out about objects and materials; how things work. There are photocopiable activity sheets plus a selection of rhymes, stories and songs to support the main activities.