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Product details
- ISBN 9780761973591
- Weight: 220g
- Dimensions: 189 x 246mm
- Publication Date: 01 Jan 1996
- Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
`The book is incredibly readable, illustrated with delightful anecdotes and makes useful references to theory′ - Emma Hertzberg, Goldsmiths Association for Early Childhood
In this book, the Pat Gura explores the use of materials for learning within a social context. Different forms of stuff - blocks beads, climbing frames, dolls and found materials are used to explore the possibilities of materials as tools of all-round development in early childhood.
The author presents a range of strategies to help early years practitioners evaluate their provision, as they strive to create environments for early learning which are culturally, developmentally and personally appropriate. She takes a critical look at the conventional assumptions early years practitioners make about sand, water, paint, and the home area, and encourages practitioners to reflect on their practice.
