How Children Learn: From Montessori to Vygotsky - Educational Theories and Approaches Made Easy

This book summarises the finding and ideas of educational theorists and psychologists - including famous names such as Montessori, Vygotsky and Piaget and lesser-known ones such as Dewey and Donaldson. This easy-to-read guide also looks at the theory behind different approaches to early years education such as Montessori, Steiner, the Italian pre-school of Reggio Emilia, and the early years curriculum in New Zealand. This title has become a best-selling student must-have amongst childcare and education students looking for concise explanations of theorists' key ideas, and how these can be introduced into practice today. This book is perfect for anyone needing to evaluate theorists, as well as for those preparing assignments.