Schematic Play

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By Katie Dix

Have you ever observed a child and wondered why they continue to explore a specific action or movement pattern? These behaviours are a natural part of schema development. Schematic Play is a practical guide to understanding what schemas are and why they are essential to early learning. It includes strategies for supporting children to explore the nine play schemas in early childhood education and care settings.

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Description

Schemas play an important foundational role in children’s learning and development. Rooted in Piaget’s pioneering work from 1923, this book explains how schematic patterns of behaviour are integral to a child’s natural urge to explore and learn. This Everyday Learning Series title explains:

  • what schemas are
  • why schemas are essential to children’s learning and development
  • the nine central schemas in young children’s play
  • how to understand behaviour with schema theory
  • tips for supporting schematic play.

This book offers practical advice for educators to recognise, support and enhance schema-driven learning in children.

Additional information

Weight 0.1 kg
Dimensions 25 × 18 cm
Year Published

2024
Author

Pages

20