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Author Moorhouse, Pete

Title Learning Through Woodwork : Introducing Creative Woodwork in the Early Years
Published Milton : Taylor and Francis, 2017

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Description 1 online resource (211 pages)
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction -- Why woodwork? / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 2 Historical and pedagogical context / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 3 Learning and development / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 4 Equal opportunities / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 5 Adult support / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 6 Getting started / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 7 Extended learning projects / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 8 Health and safety / Pete Moorhouse -- chapter 9 Final words / Pete Moorhouse
Summary 880-01 "This essential guide provides clear and comprehensive support for those looking to introduce creative woodwork into early years settings. With theory, practical advice, stunning colour images and case studies, the book will inspire practitioners to embrace woodwork and encourage children's independent creative learning. Focusing on the numerous benefits that working with wood offers young children, from boosting their self-esteem and problem-solving skills, to enhancing their communication and social development, the author draws on over 25 years of experience to discuss each and every aspect of establishing woodwork in the early years curriculum. Including practical information on materials and tools, staff training, and health and safety advice, this go-to guide provides a treasure trove of ideas to engage children at various stages of development, drawing the maximum benefit from working with wood and tools. Both inspiring and informative, Learning Through Woodwork will become an essential tool for early years practitioners and teachers wishing to explore and develop woodwork provision."--Provided by publisher
880-01/(Q "This essential guide provides clear and comprehensive support for those looking to introduce creative woodwork into early years settings. With theory, practical advice, stunning colour images and case studies, the book will inspire practitioners to embrace woodwork and encourage children©Ø℗ђ℗ةs independent creative learning. Focusing on the numerous benefits that working with wood offers young children, from boosting their self-esteem and problem-solving skills, to enhancing their communication and social development, the author draws on over 25 years of experience to discuss each and every aspect of establishing woodwork in the early years curriculum. Including practical information on materials and tools, staff training, and health and safety advice, this go-to guide provides a treasure trove of ideas to engage children at various stages of development, drawing the maximum benefit from working with wood and tools. Both inspiring and informative, Learning Through Woodwork will become an essential tool for early years practitioners and teachers wishing to explore and develop woodwork provision."--Provided by publisher
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Subject Woodwork -- Study and teaching (Elementary)
Woodwork -- Study and teaching (Elementary)
Form Electronic book
ISBN 9781351628815
135162881X
9781315114811
131511481X
9781351628792
1351628798