Gifted and Talented in the Early Years: Practical Activities for Children aged 3 to 6

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Margaret Sutherland

Gifted and Talented in the Early Years

Practical Activities for Children aged 3 to 6

Margaret Sutherland

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SAGE Publications Ltd
13 August 2012

Pre-school & kindergarten; Teaching of gifted students

'This new edition advocates an inclusive approach and updates current theories, research and best practices in the field.

The text incorporates 21st century skills, cultural perspectives and international education, and focuses on how to create appropriately challenging activities for the young gifted and talented child' Gillian Eriksson, Coordinator: Gifted Education Program, School of Teaching,

Learning and Leadership, University of Central Florida

'This expanded edition builds on Margaret's approach to teaching and learning, making us think how we can best include gifted and talented children in our early years settings. By providing opportunities for young children to learn from each other and from their communities and families, gifted and talented young learners can be appropriately challenged and recognised within an inclusive setting'

-Peter Merrotsy, Senior Lecturer in Gifted and Talented Education,

University of New England, Australia

Combining theoretical perspectives with practical activities, this book offers clear guidance on how to ensure you and your setting can identify and provide for very young children in your care who are gifted and talented. With an emphasis on providing the best learning opportunities for all, there is specialist advice for all staff working in early years settings.

New to this new edition is:

- information on recent research and new thinking in the field

- international views of gifted and talented young children

- links to the early years curriculum

- new activities and ideas

- extended coverage for young children aged 3 to 6

There are lots of ideas for things to try out in your setting, and photocopiable practical activities for parents to try out at home.

Margaret Sutherland is a Lecturer in Additional Support Needs at the University of Glasgow and Director of the Scottish Network for Able Pupils (SNAP).

Edited by: Margaret Sutherland
Imprint: SAGE Publications Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 297mm, Width: 210mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9781446211090
ISBN 10: 1446211096
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 13 August 2012
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Including the Gifted and Talented in the Early Years Identification Activities and Resources Physical Movement/Motor Development Music Literacy and Language Mathematics Learning is Fun and for All

Margaret Sutherland is a Lecturer in Additional Support Needs at the University of Glasgow and Director of the Scottish Network for Able Pupils (SNAP).

Reviews for Gifted and Talented in the Early Years: Practical Activities for Children aged 3 to 6

′This new edition advocates an inclusive approach and updates current theories, research and best practices in the field. The text incorporates 21st century skills, cultural perspectives and international education, and focuses on how to create appropriately challenging activities for the young gifted and talented child′ Gillian Eriksson, Coordinator: Gifted Education Program, School of Teaching, Learning and Leadership, University of Central Florida ′This expanded edition builds on Margaret′s approach to teaching and learning, making us think how we can best include gifted and talented children in our early years settings. By providing opportunities for young children to learn from each other and from their communities and families, gifted and talented young learners can be appropriately challenged and recognised within an inclusive setting′ -Peter Merrotsy, Senior Lecturer in Gifted and Talented Education, University of New England, Australia ′This is a very helpful and practical book that will help you to further cater for all children in your settings′ -Early Years Educator