Understanding Physical Development in the Early Years

Understanding Physical Development in the Early Years provides an accessible introduction to the current research and thinking in this area alongside descriptions of everyday practice. It explores the kinds of activities and experiences that promote physical development and offers practical guidance on how these can be facilitated.

Drawing on current legislation and the requirements of the EYFS, the book covers all aspects of physical development and includes:

Reflection tasks, summaries and ‚impact on practice‘ sections

Guidance on issues that can cause concern such as health and safety, rough and tumble play, gender and the effective use of indoor and outdoor space

Advice on the role of the practitioner

Information on the different stages of physical development

Ideas for working with parents and families