Physical Development

Providing the early years educator with a wide range of ideas to deliver a structured programme of physical activities in their nursery or Reception class. These activities will help to develop the children's fine and gross motor skills and will encourage active and healthy lifestyles. The book includes information on the Desirable Outcomes for Physical Development, curriculum planning, child development, inspection requirements as well as assessment and record-keeping. Practical activities deal with manipulative skills; co-ordination skills; balance and awareness of space; using malleable materials; using apparatus. There are photocopiable activity sheets plus a selection of rhyme, stories and songs to support the main activities.