Playful Teaching and Learning
Playful Teaching and Learning by Glenda Walsh, published by SAGE Publications on May 5, 2017, is a comprehensive guide aimed at early years practitioners. This first edition, comprising 240 pages, focuses on engaging young children aged 3-8 through playful learning experiences. The book emphasizes the significance of integrating playfulness into the daily curriculum, covering essential topics such as mathematics, literacy, outdoor environments, and science and technology.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the core principles that support playful teaching and learning, along with practical insights into observing, planning, and assessing playful experiences. The text also highlights the qualities of the playful professional, providing valuable resources for students and practitioners in the field of education. This edition serves as a practical tool for enriching the educational experiences of young children, ensuring that play remains a central component of their learning journey.
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Every early years practitioner should be able to captivate and maintain the interest of young children in their setting, through the provision of a playful learning experience.
Covering age ranges 3-8 years, Playful Teaching and Learning explores the importance of infusing playfulness throughout the entire early years day, and includes chapters that:
- Establish the core principles underpinning playful teaching and learning
- Help students and practitioners understand how playfulness can be applied to all aspects of the early years curriculum including mathematics, literacy, outdoor environments, science & technology, and ICT
- Explore core issues in early years provision including observing, planning & assessment, and how they relate to playful learning
- Emphasize the role and qualities of the playful professional
This is a fantastic resource for any student or practitioner looking to enrich the lives of young children through meaningful playful learning experiences.
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