Beschreibung:
550+ color photographs showing how loose parts are used in early childhood settings and how they help children learn
Use loose parts to spark children's creativity and innovation
Loose parts are natural or synthetic found, bought, or upcycled materials that children can move, manipulate, control, and change within their play. Alluring and captivating, they capture children's curiosity, give free reign to their imagination, and motivate learning.
The hundreds of inspiring photographs showcase an array of loose parts in real early childhood settings. And the overviews of concepts children can learn when using loose parts provide the foundation for incorporating loose parts into your teaching to enhance play and empower children. The possibilities are truly endless.
Working TOC
Part One: Introducing Loose Parts
Defining Loose Parts
History and Origin of Loose Parts
Importance and Value of Loose Parts
Part Two: Integrating Loose Parts Indoors
Natural Elements
Textures
Containers
Wood Recyclables
Paper Recyclables
Plastic, Metal, Rubber, and Glass Recyclables
Holding Things Together Recyclables
Tools and Hardware Recyclables
Part Three: Integrating Loose Parts Outdoors
Natural Elements
Textures
Containers
Wood Recyclables
Paper Recyclables
Plastic, Metal, Rubber, and Glass Recyclables
Holding Things Together Recyclables
Tools and Hardware Recyclables
Part Four: Loose Parts for Infants and Toddlers
Part Five: Resources