Laser Lessons - Lesson

Understand physical development of children

Find and read 'Physical Development (Supporting Development in the Early Years Foundation Stage)' by Linda Cooper and Dr Jonathan Doherty, published by Continuum.

Table of Contents

Tutorial Video
Reading Materials

Laser Learning reading text: ‘Why observe'
Laser Learning reading text ‘Physical development’
‘Development Matters: Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage’ by the Department for Education
‘Birth to 5 Matters: Non-statutory guidance for the Early Years Foundation Stage’ by the Early Years Coalition

Presentation
Good Practice Example
Interactive Quiz
Evidence Opportunities
Extended Learning

'Current levels of physical activity in the early years'. Click on the icon to the left to read this article from the British Heart Foundation on the effects of physical activity on health outcomes and future behaviours.
Click on the link to read this article on 'Buying puzzles for toddlers'. This article explains how puzzles aid development and which ones are appropriate for each age group.
Click to read 'Physical development in early childhood – EYFS activities and ideas’ on the Teach Early Years website.
Find and read 'Physical Development (Supporting Development in the Early Years Foundation Stage)' by Linda Cooper and Dr Jonathan Doherty, published by Continuum.

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