- problem solving
- spatial awareness
- shape and measure
- speed and distance
- volume and capacity
- size, weight and length
- quantity - more, fewer and the same as, counting
- comparing attributes and relationships - similarity and difference
- space and fit
- cause and effect
- transformation
- movement
- pushing and pulling
- direction and position
- up and down, side to side
- rates of movement
- distance
- angles
- use of forces
- gradients
- balance
- patterns
- sequences
- ordering
- co-ordination
- gross motor skills
- fine motor skills
- hand eye co-ordination
- stability
- rhythm and sounds
- concentration
- perseverance, determination and resilience
- confidence and self-esteem
- self control
- imagination and creativity
- curiosity
- intrinsic motivation to explore
- initiative
- independence
- turn taking and co-operating with others
- language, expression of intentions and interest.
I have set up this blog in order to document children's fascinations and patterns of behaviour whilst they play and learn in our nurseries and crèches across Thanet. These patterns of behaviour are known as 'Schemas'. A Schema is a piece of repeated behaviour which children follow to develop 'their own ideas and thoughts through play and exploration,' (Louis et al, 2008).
Friday, 12 August 2011
Potential Learning and Development Opportunities through Schematic Exploration
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