Power of Risky Play in the Early Years

Informationen zum Autor Zoe Sills  is a Forest School leader who delivers training and outdoor learning opportunities as Jackdaw Forest School, as well as working for Play Scotland as an OPAL mentor. Previously, Zoe has been a pastoral leader, secondary and middle school teacher and manager of Early Years settings. Sarah Watkins  is a Forest School leader who runs an outdoor learning company called Dandy Lions. Sarah was previously Head of School and is now an Associate Lecturer at the University of Worcester, in the education department. Klappentext Harness the learning Power of Risky Play in the Early Years. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part one: Exploring 'risky play' Chapter 1: What is risky play? Chapter 2: The history of risk in play Chapter 3: Why does it matter? Chapter 4: The benefits of risky play Chapter 5: The rights of the child Part two: Creating an environment for risky play Chapter 6: What are we trying to facilitate and foster? Chapter 7: Things to consider for the physical environment Chapter 8: Loose parts Chapter 9: Small spaces and expeditions Chapter 10: The emotional environment Chapter 11: Staff development - hearing and supporting staff Chapter 12: Getting parents on board Part three: Risky play in practice Chapter 13: Risk assessment Chapter 14: Areas that are most often asked about Chapter 15: Observation and adaptation Chapter 16: Rules and boundaries Chapter 17: Why does discrimination in play matter? Chapter 18: The role of the adult

Product details

• Authors: Zoe sills, Zoe Watkins Sills, Watkins Sarah
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 13.10.2025
• EAN: 9781529685817
• ISBN: 978-1-5296-8581-7
• No. of pages: 192
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Kindergarten and pre-school education; EDUCATION / Professional Development, teacher training, Pre-school & kindergarten, Early childhood care and education, Pre-school and kindergarten, For pre-school learning, Textbook, coursework, Outdoor schools / education