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Here is a selection of books which you can order through our website.

These include several books we have written ourselves plus a selection of other titles which you may find useful.

To order more than one title click on the 'order' button and fill in the details on the Order Form on the next page.

Understanding the Reggio Approach by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton
Understanding the Reggio Approach by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton

A much needed source of information for those wishing to extend and consolidate their understanding of the Reggio Approach. A vital text for students, lecturers, early years professionals, teachers, advisory teachers and headteachers.

 

£17.00Order this book

The Little Book of Time and Place by Pat Brunton & Linda Thornton
The Little Book of Time and Place by Pat Brunton & Linda Thornton

The activities in this book are designed to support children's day to day experiences by providing starting points to develop their understanding of time and place. It looks at the areas of learning which link with history and geography in the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1.

 

£7.99Order this book

The Little Book of Living Things by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton
The Little Book of Living Things by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton

 This book provides yoiu with a range of ideas and activities to develop children's awareness of the world around them. The themes covered include plants as well as animals, and involve both short and long term investigations.

 

£7.99Order this book

The Little Book of Light and Shadow by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton
The Little Book of Light and Shadow by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton

Investigating light and shadow in the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. Exciting ideas to help children experience the wonder of light and the magic of shadows.

 

£7.99Order this book

The Little Book of the Seasons by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter. Every season has its own topic map of ideas and activities which link together to help you make the most of the changing seasons.
£7.99Order this book

The Little Book of Treasureboxes by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton
The Little Book of Treasureboxes by Linda Thornton & Pat Brunton
Treasureboxes are collections of ordinary objects put together in specific collections to encourage children to investigate and explore. An interesting way to stimulate young children's curiosity, creativity and communication.
£7.99Order this book

Exploring Together - inspiring family learning by Linda Thornton and Pat Brunton
Exploring Together - inspiring family learning by Linda Thornton and Pat Brunton

A guide to running family workshops on the theme of investigation and exploration. This book and CD Rom of prinatble resources provide all the information you need to run 4 family workshop sessions - In the Kitchen, In the Bathroom, In the Garden, In the Community.

Including CD

£14.99Order this book

Science Matters: Science and Design Technology in the Early Years by Linda Thornton and Pat Brunton
A guide to supporting young children as researchers and inventors as they develop their knowledge and understanding of the world in the Early Years Foundation Stage and into Key Satge 1.
£9.99Order this book

In our Kitchen by Sally Featherstone and alc associates
In our Kitchen by Sally Featherstone and alc associates

 This book contains activities which parents and carers can easily do at home in the kitchen to promote early learning and prepare their children for the next steps in their education.

 

£4.95Order this book

In our Garden by Sally Featherstone and alc associates
In our Garden by Sally Featherstone and alc associates

 This book contains activities which parents and carers can do in the garden with their children to support their children's early learning.

 

£4.95Order this book

In our Bathroom by Sally Featherstone and alc associates
In our Bathroom by Sally Featherstone and alc associates

 This book contains activities which parents, carers and children can do in the bathroom to encourage learning through play.

 

£4.95Order this book

In our Community by Sally Featherstone and alc associates
£4.95Order this book

Taking the Lead by Pat Brunton & Linda Thornton
Taking the Lead by Pat Brunton & Linda Thornton

The core skills of management set in the context of managing childcare, early education and family services within the evolving framework of Every Child Matters. Covers areas of expertise defined within the Common Core of Skills and Knowledge for the Children's Workforce.

Includes a CD with forms and sample policy documents.

£14.99Order this book

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