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Theories and Approaches to Learning in the Early Years

by Linda Miller and Linda Pound (Sage, 22.99, ISBN 9781849205788)

By focusing on key figures in early years education and care, this accessible book considers the influential thinkers and ground-breaking approaches that have revolutionised practice. Chapters provide an explanation of the approach, an analysis of the theoretical background, case studies, questions and discussion points to facilitate critical thinking. Approaches include Montessori, forest schools, High/Scope, Steiner Waldorf and Te Whariki.

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