Overview

This book shows that experiential learning is an indispensable part of a child's development. It gives teachers practical advice on how to incorporate enjoyable play-based physical activity into a timetable too often focused on academic achievement.

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Author:   Lynda Woodfield
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:   Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
Dimensions:   Width: 12.90cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 19.80cm
Weight:   0.100kg
ISBN:  

9780826468710

ISBN 10:   0826468713
Pages:   114
Publication Date:   01 May 2004
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Language:   English

Table of Contents

1) Young children: their physical world 2) Considering 'physical education' in its widest sense: how children learn in the physical domain. 3) Movement and motor development: an explanation of 'movement strings'. 4) Motor skills development: how to use the 'skills ladder' in teaching. 5) Practical teaching: building upon the theory, some ideas for good practice. 6) Good practice - safe practice: considerations relating to the balance of fun, challenge and safety.

Reviews

If you are looking for a quick read, but great reference for physical development, this may well be what you are after. Education Book Review, October 2005--Education Book Review

If you are looking for a quick read, but great reference for physical development, this may well be what you are after. - Education Book Review, October 2005 -- Education Book Review

Author Information

Lynda Woodfield is a Senior Lecturer in Education at Sheffield Hallam University.

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