ABSTRACT

First Published in 2004. This book presents practitioners with exciting ways in which to deliver the foundation stage curriculum to young children through play in well-planned areas of provision. The author promotes good early years practice in accordance with 'Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage', drawing on her own experience as a nursery teacher. Ideas are workable and material is organised in an accessible way making the book an easy-to-use book for all busy practitioners and students.

chapter |3 pages

Introduction

chapter |9 pages

Technology workshop

chapter |8 pages

Sand (wet and dry)

chapter |7 pages

Water

chapter |8 pages

Office and mark-making

chapter |6 pages

Book area

chapter |12 pages

Role-play

chapter |7 pages

Malleable materials

chapter |7 pages

Paint

chapter |7 pages

Music and sound

chapter |14 pages

The outdoor area