Teaching young children: choices in theory and practice. Glenda MacNaughton and Gillian Williams. (Open University Press, 18.99, ISBN 0 335 21106 2, 01628 770 224)
Reviewed by Jennie Lindon, psychologist and early years consultant
These authors have produced a creatively structured book to support early years practitioners. The introductory chapter explains well how teaching appears complex, yet most of the process is built through continuous use of simple interactions with children and the willingness of practitioners to reflect on their own behaviour.
The first chapters focus on how supportive practitioners may organise their setting. Other chapters highlight specific skills of communication and social interaction with children. Readers will find good ideas on modelling, how to listen well and wise use of questions. The final chapters describe more complex ideas like co-construction, empowering and scaffolding.
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