Books in the Practical Guidance in the EYFS series

Offers practical information that can help practitioners in supporting and developing the natural curiosity of children. The author explores the balance between the necessary freedoms of choice that creativity requires and the control which thoughtful practitioners must exert and offers ideas for building children's imaginations through play.

Explains the basis of clear planning and how it links to careful observation and assessment. This book helps raise awareness of what is needed within early years settings, and explain the who, when and whys of observation, assessment and planning.

Helps raise the awareness of readers to how physical development impacts on various areas of learning and general development. This book encourages practitioners to think about what physical activity actually means for children and the importance of balancing risk and challenge, providing opportunities for children to be active and interactive.

Part of a series which assists practitioners in the successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage, this title encourages practitioners to think about and develop their own understanding of the implications for inclusion, respect for oneself and for others irrespective of ethnicity, culture or religion, and family background.

The learning opportunities for children need to be relevant for their age group, realistic and challenging. Children's early communication needs careful nurturing and support. This book focuses on the skills needed for language and literacy and various other aspects of children's interaction with others.

Offers an understanding of children's thinking skills from a psychological perspective. This book introduces the Learning Tools model, a vital cognitive tool used by children to learn and solve problems, and gives practical ideas on how practitioners can use everyday materials to promote problem solving and early numeracy skills through play.

Part of a series which intends to assist practitioners in the smooth and successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage, this title guides practitioners through the process of helping children develop an understanding of themselves; to help them gain independence and to become excited and motivated about their learning.