| Description |
ix, 128 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some colour) ; 28 cm + 1 CD-ROM (12 cm) |
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4 3/4 in |
| Contents |
Early childhood education -- Play-based pedagogy -- The Walker learning approach -- Implementation -- Setting up the learning environment -- A typical day using the Walker learning approach -- Planning and documetation -- Assessment and reporting |
| Summary |
In this edition, Kathy Walker demonstrates the key principles of the 'Walker Learning Approach' that she has developed over 15 years of observation, participation and presentation in schools and child care centres across Australia. Play Matters continues to provide practical guidance and innovative strategies for teachers working with young children from pre-school to grade 2, through a unique balance of explicit instruction in literacy and numeracy skills and personalised, explorative learning. The book promotes the active engagement of all young children, with an enhanced focus on children from diverse backgrounds as well as children with specific needs |
| Notes |
First published: 2007 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 125-126) and index |
| Notes |
System requirements: Any PC or similar |
| Subject |
Child development -- Australia.
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Early childhood education -- Australia.
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Education, Preschool -- Australia.
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Learning.
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| Genre/Form |
Drama.
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| LC no. |
2011456235 |
| ISBN |
9781742860060 (paperback) |
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