{"product_id":"outdoor-play-for-healthy-little-minds-practical-ideas-to-promote-childrens-wellbeing-in-the-early-years-paperback","title":"Outdoor Play for Healthy Little Minds: Practical Ideas to Promote Children's Wellbeing in the Early Years - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSarah Watkins\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis essential resource is designed to help busy early years practitioners to support the mental health of young children through outdoor play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePromoting social and emotional wellbeing in childhood has never been more important, and outdoor play is a crucial tool to build resilience, develop healthy relationships, and boost self-esteem. Using relatable case studies that demonstrate achievable change, the book is full of practical advice and strategies for exploring nature in both natural and man-made landscapes, and includes guidance on how to co-create inviting play spheres with children. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach chapter provides: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdaptable and cost-effective activities designed to help children feel more confident and connected to the world around them.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase studies and reflective opportunities to prompt practitioners to consider and develop their own practice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn accessible and engaging format with links to theorists, risk assessment, and individual schemas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutdoor play allows young children to explore who they are and what they can do. It supports them as they learn to think critically, take risks, and form a true sense of belonging with their peers and with the wider community. This is an indispensable resource for practising and trainee early years practitioners, Reception teachers, and childminders as they facilitate outdoor play in their early years setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSarah Watkins\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Reception teacher and Forest School leader who is passionate about the positive impact of outdoor play on children's wellbeing. Sarah's memories of an outdoor, play-filled childhood inform her teaching ethos, and, as Head of School, Sarah knew the location of all the best hiding places, as it was the primary school she attended as a child! Before teaching, Sarah worked as an Arts Officer, and also managed projects for a national media charity, giving a platform to unheard voices. Sarah is a Specialist Leader in Education and university tutor who regularly speaks at educational events. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8.2 x 5.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 29, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47463334150322,"sku":"9780367683436","price":36.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/c6228c2b34f9118640708269cb16f72a.webp?v=1778986484","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/outdoor-play-for-healthy-little-minds-practical-ideas-to-promote-childrens-wellbeing-in-the-early-years-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}