Every nursery needs a garden [electronic resource] : a step-by-step guide to creating and using a garden with young children / Ann Watts.

Every nursery needs a garden [electronic resource] : a step-by-step guide to creating and using a garden with young children / Ann Watts.

1st ed.

9780415591300
0415591309
9780415591317
0415591317
9781136736551 (electronic book)

London : Routledge, 2011.

English

xii, 131 p. : ill.

SB457 .W38 2011

372.35/7

"A garden can be a magical place for young children and offers them rich and engaging learning experiences with plants, animals, soil, sand and many other natural materials. This book guides you through the process of creating a garden, however small, for young children. It looks at the impact a garden area can have on children's overall development and the benefits of using natural materials as learning tools. Full of practical advice on how to develop, resource and use a garden area, this book brings together: Advice on planning a garden and how to get children involved Ideas for different areas e.g. wildlife area, sensory garden, music area, etc. Suggestions for what to grow and ideas for settings with limited space How the garden encourages open-ended play Clear links with the EYFS to show how a garden supports the areas of learning and development Suggestions and activities for all seasons Guidance on health and safety issues Written for all early years practitioners who deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, this book is essential for those looking to further enhance their outdoor environment and fulfil the potential learning opportunities that a garden can provide"-- Provided by publisher.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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