In a practical and realistic way "Starting from the Child" examines a range of theories about young children as learners and the implications of these theories for classroom practice. Julie Fisher acknowledges the competence of young children when they arrive at school, the importance of building on their early successes and the critical role of adults who understand the individual and idiosyncratic ways of young learners. The book addresses the key issues of planning and assessment, explores the place of talk and play in the classroom and examines the role of the teacher in keeping a balance between the demands of the curriculum and the learning needs of the child.
- ISBN10 0335195571
- ISBN13 9780335195572
- Publish Date 1 October 1996
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 17 April 2001
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Open University Press
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 192
- Language English