A Curriculum for the Pre-school Child
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Author Description
First published in 1986, this book has been enormously influential in the training and professional development of early years workers. This new edition has been fully revised to take account of changes in the National Curriculum, the publication of the government's'desirable outcomes'statement for the under-fives, and the introduction of NVQ's in child care and education. The new edition also includes sections on:• the effects of developmental psychology on the early years curriculum• working with two-year-olds on self-awareness and social skills• developing communication, motor, analytical and problem solving skills• fostering aesthetic and creative awareness• play and the learning environment• record-keeping and assessment• involving parents• continuity from pre-schooling to statutory schooling.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the pedagogical frameworks and practical strategies required to implement an effective curriculum for children in pre-school settings. Author Audrey Curtis provides a comprehensive guide for early years practitioners, synthesizing developmental psychology with the administrative and educational requirements of the National Curriculum. The text serves as a professional resource for educators navigating the complexities of child care, assessment, and the transition from early learning to statutory schooling.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of developmental psychology and its application to early years curricula.
- Methodologies for fostering communication, motor, and problem-solving skills in young children.
- Strategies for classroom management, including play-based learning environments and record-keeping.
- Frameworks for parental involvement and ensuring continuity between pre-school and primary education.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators recognize this work as a foundational text for professional development in the early years sector. Readers frequently note the practical utility of the curriculum models provided, which align educational theory with the specific administrative demands of child care certification.
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Publication Date:
1900-01-01
ISBN-10:
0203176383
ISBN-13:
9780203176382
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