Includes bibliographical references.

Child-Initiated Learning -- Putting children's interests at the centre -- What does child-initiated mean -- What does adult-led mean -- A balance betweenchild-initiated and adult-led -- What is meant by individualised learning -- The role of earlyyears practitioners -- Being a partner in play -- The emotional environment -- Communicative adults:communicative children -- What is sustained shared thinking -- Leading a child-focussed approach -- Planning that pays off for children -- Promoting active first-hand experiences -- Observation to work alongsidechildren's interests

A learning environment that welcomesRespect for physically lively play -- End Matter -- Books and websites.

How to plan for an individualised learning journey with every child in your care. Covering how to plan and support each child through sustained shared thinking, this book will give you the skills you need to follow each child's interests and plan for engaging learning experiences. The book offers practical advice on: what is meant by child-initiated learning and self-chosen experiences, how observant practitioners are able to support children's learning, the importance of first-hand experi ...

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