Merete Hawkins
The book features:An outline of the principles of ’learning by doing’A developmental framework of the cognitive abilities from birth to 60 monthsDetailed descriptions of clearly defined levels & stagesA huge resource of activities to make special needs children successful learnersStrategies for adapting games, using variations to maximise learning opportunities and enjoymentA practical non-verbal method for working with children, described in non-technical languageProfessionals working in special needs settings will find the book extremely useful. It will provide:Unique method to teach and engage children with complex needsNew model of early cognitive development with detailed advice on how to facilitate this Foundation for the Early Years curriculumFormat for a structured assessmentLesson planning and observation formThis book will help parents to find appropriate activities to use in the home. It is full of ideas on how to create new learning experiences, and when the child’s understanding grows, his behaviour can improve:Advice on choosing activities at the right level, which will increase engagement and learningSuggestions for adapting everyday toys and equipment for interesting learning activities
