Physical Development in the Early Years
Published on 1. May 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
114 pages
978-0-8264-6871-0 (ISBN)
Description
This book shows that experiential learning is an indispensable part of a child's development. It gives teachers practical advice on how to incorporate enjoyable play-based physical activity into a timetable too often focused on academic achievement.
Reviews / Votes
"If you are looking for a quick read, but great reference for physical development, this may well be what you are after." - Education Book Review, October 2005 -- Education Book ReviewMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Professional and scholarly
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 177 mm
Width: 111 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
100 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8264-6871-0 (9780826468710)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Lynda Woodfield
Physical Development in the Early Years
E-Book
05/2004
1st Edition
Continuum Publishing Corporation
€13.99
Available for download
Person
Lynda Woodfield is a Senior Lecturer in Education at Sheffield Hallam University.
Content
Young children: their physical world; Considering 'physical education' in its widest sense: how children learn in the physical domain; Movement and motor development: an explanation of 'movement strings'. Motor skills development: how to use the 'skills ladder' in teaching; Practical teaching: building upon the theory, some ideas for good practice. Good practice - safe practice: considerations relating to the balance of fun, challenge and safety.