Developing Learning in Early Childhood / Edition 1

by Tina Bruce

Overview

Shows how adults can support children and actively help them develop their learning in early childhood. Drawing on traditional approaches as well as recent research and theories.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761941750
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	03/11/2004
Series:	Zero to Eight , #384
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	248
Product dimensions:	6.69(w) x 9.53(h) x (d)

About the Author

Professor Tina Bruce CBE is an Honorary Visiting Professor in Early Childhood at the University of Roehampton.

Table of Contents

Background
Holistic Services for Whole Children
How Does Learning Develop?
Mind and Brain
A Sense of Self
Social and Cultural Development
Communication
Talk
Doing Real Things
Why Is Play Important?
The Essentials of Play
Using Symbols
Learning in Childhood and Beyond
Charlie's Day