Outdoor Play (10-minute Ideas for the Early Years) Book

This series will provide a lively range of fresh ideas that are no more than 10 minutes is duration. All the activities will require little or no preparation and are ideal for busy practitioners to slot into the day as required. The ideas will be linked to theStepping Stones and Early Learning Goals so can be used as part of a planned curriculum. Each book will also contain a selection of time-saving photocopiables designed to encourage children to use a wide range of skills. This book is packed with ideas for outdoor play activities with young children. It shows the practitoner how to view the outdoor area as an extension of the indoor environment and provides lots of opportunities for cross-curricular learning outdoors. Each ideais quick to set up and many need no props or preparation. The ideas can be used in occasional ten-minute 'pockets' of time or as part of a planned curriculum. The chapters in this book cover: Personal, social and emotional development Communication, language and literacy Mathematical development Knowledge and understanding of the world Physical development Creative development Timed activities to slot in as required. Nothing like it for this age range. Based on the Stepping Stones and Early Learning Goals. Photocopiable sheets. Perfect for students and helpers.Read More