Product Description

This text is designed to help teachers incorporate problem-solving and thinking into the National Curriculum at the Foundation Phase and Key Stage 1, in line with QCA and DfES recommendations. It presents a range of activities for children aged between four and seven, all of which have been tried and tested in classrooms. The ideas are cross-referenced with the Learning objectives of the National Curriculum and are enhanced with samples of children's work. The book provides sections on the core subjects of literacy, numeracy and science, as well as ideas for project work across the curriculum.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #316153 in Books
• Published on: 2002-01-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 178 pages

Review

'The authors have succeeded in compiling an excellent guide, relevant not only to teachers, teacher trainers, teaching assistants, student teachers and parents of Key Stage 1 children, but one which offers principles which can (and should) be applied across all education phases and subjects.' - Gifted Education International

From the Back Cover

This book helps teachers incorporate problem-solving and thinking skills into the National Curriculum at the Foundation Phase and Key Stage 1, in line with QCA and DfES recommendations. It presents a range of activities for children aged 4-7 years, all of which have been tried and tested in classrooms. The ideas are cross-referenced with the Learning Objectives of the National Curriculum, and are enhanced with samples of children's work.

It provides sections on the core subjects of literacy, numeracy and science, and ideas for project work across the curriculum.

This book is aimed at teachers at the Foundation Phase and Key Stage 1. Teacher trainers, student teachers, teaching assistants, parents and all those working in early years settings will find it equally useful.

About the Author
Belle Wallace currently works on a consultative basis to local education authorities and as an in-service educator for the development of problem-solving and thinking skills and in the field of gifted and very able children.

Customer Reviews

Take the TASC plunge!
A superb book which had me hooked from the minute I opened it. I had heard all about The TASC wheel from KS2 colleagues and was intrigued by it and curious to know how relevant it was to The Foundation Stage. This book gave me the confidence and inspiration to create a wheel in my Reception classroom and to take the first step on a creative and exciting journey with a class of 4 and 5 year olds who embraced it with open arms. A must have for any Reception teachers unsure about whether or not to take the TASC plunge!