This updated edition of "The Thinking Child" looks at how children learn before applying the findings, and statutory frameworks, to best practice in the classroom. The book relates the most current literature, research and guidance on how children learn best, and offers practical advice on how to reflect these findings in the classroom. This edition includes new material on: inclusion and personalisation - celebrating diversity and difference in schools, collaborative working - in the context of children's centres, extended schools and neighbourhood nurseries, and foreign languages - with reference to English as an additional language (EAL) and foreign language learning.
Join Justin, Mr Tumble and their friends in five 'Something Special' programmes as they find out about nursery rhymes. As well as learning about favourite things, children of all ages can learn to sign. The signs and symbols used in the programmes are from Makaton, which uses signs from British Sign Language, combined with symbols to aid communication, especially for those with communication and learning difficulties. A superb resource to develop children's communication skills Will build young children's knowledge and understanding of the world.
Woodburning with Style: Pyrography Lessons, Patterns, and Projects with a Modern Flair
Informative and inspirational, this manual teaches the craft of pyrography—the art of decorating wood with the use of a burning tool. Each chapter presents a specific skill that culminates in a finished project, such as decorated napkin rings, coasters, bookmarks, trinket boxes, and frames. From making basic marks to creating intricate designs, this guide offers step-by-step instruction, helpful photographs, and dozens of patterns, including alphabet fonts. Additional chapters on lettering, projects for children, realistic portraits, personalized gifts, and color integration are also included.
