20 Weeks Grade 0/R

A Collection of Creative Activities, Developmental Play, Music, Movement Rhymes, Songs, and Stories for Grade 0/R

The book comprises a collection of creative ideas and activities; developmental play; music and movement; rhymes, songs, and stories for grade 0/R (preschool children). Every creative activity in this collection is aimed at helping the child to grow into a well-adjusted, happy human being, to prepare him or her for the challenge of formal schooling. All activities are theme related and are there not only for the enjoyment thereof but serves as a skills development agent at the same time. The activities aim to prepare the child to cope better in the primary school phase as well as later in life. Every creative activity should be seen as an informal learning tool, which should never cause stress for the learners but should help them understand themselves and their world better. The book is meant for use by nursery school teachers, parents of preschool children, and students. The series covers twenty weeks and twenty themes. This book includes the first four themes: Week 1: Me and my school Week 2: This is me Week 3: My senses Week 4: Looking after myself