Book details
A Place to Talk Outside
Published in
2009
Description
The recent I CAN report suggests that over 50% of children in England are starting school with some form of speech and language disability. The EYFS states that 'the development and use of communication and language is at the heart of young children's learning.'This series considers the significant role that the physical environment can play in supporting children's speaking and listening skills; in supporting inquisitive, verbal experimentation, not just answering questions!Outside is such a preferred context for so many children and needs to be maximised! The ideas in this book will inspire you to review your outside spaces and make sure they are the kind of places where young children will develop their language skills.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
40 pages
Why to read
- To gain insights into the importance of outdoor learning environments and their impact on communication and learning.
- To discover practical strategies for creating and utilizing outdoor spaces to facilitate better conversations and interactions among learners.
- To understand the pedagogical theories and research that support the use of outdoor spaces as effective places for dialogue and education.
- To be inspired by real-world examples and case studies that illustrate the successful implementation of outdoor communication spaces in various educational settings.