Early Years Science Education

Name: Early Years Science Education
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Early Years Science EducationA Contemporary Look\nAuthor(s): Mike Watts, Alison Silby\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367586751, 978-0367586751\nSynopsis\nThe educational provision for early years is growing and changing across many parts of the world, not least in the UK. While this book leans heavily on the mounting literature on early child development in its broadest sense physically, emotionally, linguistically its central focus lies squarely on the growth of childrens scientific thinking and activities. Written by educators, this book is based both on formal educational research and professional practice-in-action. The authors describe childrens science concept development; their curiosity-driven exploration; emergent ecological literacy; their learning through science play; the assessment of early learning; the role of parents and practitioners within early education contexts; and some question the ver.