Teaching Across the Early Years 3-7: Curriculum Coherence and Continuity
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Mapping Out The Project: Aims, Rationale, Organization / Hilary Cooper And Chris Sixsmith -- Developing A Scientific Understanding Of The World / Chris Sixsmith And Lisa Melbourne -- Design And Technology: The Danger Of Cutting Corners / Owain Evans -- Traditional Stories And Rhymes: 'goldilocks, Don't You Do Owt!' / Katharine Langley-hamel -- Sum Stories: Developing Children's Mathematical Knowledge With Meaning / Margaret Foster And Robin Foster -- Dalesview: A Happy Ending? -- Music: Feel The Beat / Kirsty Klijn -- Art: 'swirly! It's All Swirly' / Andrea Brook -- Finding A Voice: Drama And Young Children / Nigel Toye -- Young Shall Inherit The Technology / Pete Saunders And Liz Elliott -- Out Of Africa?: Lullabies, Riddles And Stories / Katharine Langley-hamel And Kevin Hamel. -- Discussing The Picture. History: Finding Out About The Past And The Language Of Time / Christine Cooper -- Developing A Geographical Perspective Within An Integrated Theme / Neil Simco -- Physical Development Into Physical Education: Is It Fair Play? / Jim Lavin -- Numeracy All Around: Developing Children's Mathematics Through Role Play And Directed Daily Experience / Margaret Foster And Robin Foster. -- Looking Back On 'our Environment'. Edited By Hilary Cooper And Chris Sixsmith.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates how educators can establish curriculum coherence and continuity for children aged three to seven. The editors, Hilary Cooper and Chris Sixsmith, compile contributions from various subject specialists to argue that a unified approach to early years education fosters deeper cognitive and social development. By examining specific subject areas through an integrated lens, the book provides a framework for practitioners to bridge the gap between early play-based learning and formal schooling.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Pedagogical strategies for integrating core subjects like science, mathematics, and geography into early years curricula.
- Methodologies for incorporating creative arts, including music, drama, and visual arts, into daily classroom routines.
- Case studies and practical examples demonstrating the application of thematic learning in diverse educational settings.
- Analysis of the transition from physical development to structured physical education and technological literacy.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and researchers frequently cite this work as a practical resource for understanding the complexities of early years curriculum design. Experts highlight the text's utility in helping teachers maintain academic rigor while respecting the developmental needs of young children.
Page Count:
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Publication Date:
2004-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
0203018702
ISBN-13:
9780203018705
Early Childhood
Education
Interdisciplinary approach in education
Teaching Methods
Pedagogy
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