Learning Threads for the EYFS

Practical activities for 3-5 year olds
Eleanor Hoskins - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
Learning Threads for the EYFS
February 2019 | 208 pages | Learning Matters
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ISBN: 9781526450067
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This text offers practical ideas and guidance for activities through which all areas of the EYFS can be delivered. Each chapter presents a different Learning Thread. For each thread, the author details a number of activities, lists effective resources and most importantly explores opportunities for child initiated learning. Ideas for role play areas and further scope for learning in each thread are also covered. The text demonstrates how these activities can be used whilst planning continuous provision. This book also:
  • Demonstrates how activities link to the EYFS framework directly
  • Offers practical guidance on what to do in settings and with children to enhance their learning
  • Shows how learning can be 'blended' as all learning threads offer links across the prime and specific areas.

Contents

Chapter 1 Learning Thread: Beaches and Blue Seas

Chapter 1 Learning Thread: Beaches and Blue Seas

Chapter 2 Learning Thread: Space and Sparkling Stars

Chapter 2 Learning Thread: Space and Sparkling Stars

Chapter 3 Learning Thread: Dangerous Dinosaurs

Chapter 3 Learning Thread: Dangerous Dinosaurs

Chapter 4 Learning Thread: Wacky and Wonderful Weather

Chapter 4 Learning Thread: Wacky and Wonderful Weather

Chapter 5 Learning Thread: A Place we Call Home

Chapter 5 Learning Thread: A Place we Call Home

Description

This text offers practical ideas and guidance for activities through which all areas of the EYFS can be delivered. Each chapter presents a different Learning Thread. For each thread, the author details a number of activities, lists effective resources and most importantly explores opportunities for child initiated learning. Ideas for role play areas and further scope for learning in each thread are also covered. The text demonstrates how these activities can be used whilst planning continuous provision. This book also:
  • Demonstrates how activities link to the EYFS framework directly
  • Offers practical guidance on what to do in settings and with children to enhance their learning
  • Shows how learning can be 'blended' as all learning threads offer links across the prime and specific areas.

Contents

Chapter 1 Learning Thread: Beaches and Blue Seas

Chapter 1 Learning Thread: Beaches and Blue Seas

Chapter 2 Learning Thread: Space and Sparkling Stars

Chapter 2 Learning Thread: Space and Sparkling Stars

Chapter 3 Learning Thread: Dangerous Dinosaurs

Chapter 3 Learning Thread: Dangerous Dinosaurs

Chapter 4 Learning Thread: Wacky and Wonderful Weather

Chapter 4 Learning Thread: Wacky and Wonderful Weather

Chapter 5 Learning Thread: A Place we Call Home

Chapter 5 Learning Thread: A Place we Call Home

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Learning Threads for the EYFS

Practical activities for 3-5 year olds


February 2019 | 208 pages | Learning Matters

Format Published Date ISBN Price
Paperback 31/03/2026 9781526450067 $72.00
Hardcover 31/03/2026 9781526450050 $134.00

This text offers practical ideas and guidance for activities through which all areas of the EYFS can be delivered. Each chapter presents a different Learning Thread. For each thread, the author details a number of activities, lists effective resources and most importantly explores opportunities for child initiated learning. Ideas for role play areas and further scope for learning in each thread are also covered. The text demonstrates how these activities can be used whilst planning continuous provision. This book also:
  • Demonstrates how activities link to the EYFS framework directly
  • Offers practical guidance on what to do in settings and with children to enhance their learning
  • Shows how learning can be 'blended' as all learning threads offer links across the prime and specific areas.

Table Of Contents:

  • Chapter 1 Learning Thread: Beaches and Blue Seas
  • Chapter 2 Learning Thread: Space and Sparkling Stars
  • Chapter 3 Learning Thread: Dangerous Dinosaurs
  • Chapter 4 Learning Thread: Wacky and Wonderful Weather
  • Chapter 5 Learning Thread: A Place we Call Home

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This is a well set out book with a range of excellent activities which would suit all student ages and levels. It also has some excellent points which were discussed in group learning.
Suzanne Clarke, Care, Health & Early Years, Cambridge Regional College

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