Description
Book SynopsisReviewersâ comments on the first edition:
âœJane Johnston communicates a sense of effervescent enthusiasm for teaching and science, and her treatment is comprehensive.â
TESâœThe ideas and recommendations, based on considerable classroom experience, make this book a valuable aid to students and reflective early years practitioners.â
Primary Science Review
âœAt last! A serious attempt to explore the scientific potential of infant and pre-school childrenâ The author explains how scientific skills can be developed at an early stage, stimulating the natural inquisitive streak in children. This bookâwill start you thinking about science in a much more positive light.â
Child Education
This accessible and practical book supports good scientific practice in the early years. It helps practitioners to be creative providers, and shows them how to develop awe and wonder of the world in the children they teach. The book highlights the importance of a motivating learn
Table of Contents
1 – Early-years science experiences
2 – The importance of exploration
3 – Knowledge and understanding of the world
4 – Developing positive attitudes in science
5 - Creative early experiences
6 – Creative teaching and provision