Evidence (example of observation)
Chose to use the writing area with a friend. Began to make a fan. Another child joined and asked her what she was doing. Staff member asked her if she could show others how to make a fan. 'I'll show you...you go this way first, then like that and then you smooth it down like this.' As others were unsure, she offered to draw a picture of how to do it.
Area of learning CD, K&UW, CLL, PS&ED
What does it tell us about this child's learning and development?
Able to teach others skills in making, and to represent her model through drawing.
Implications for planning Encourage her to share her skills to teach others what she knows more often.
Source: Right from the Start by Vicky Hutchin (Hodder & Stoughton) PS&ED: Dispositions and attitudes
1. Shows an interest in classroom activities through observation or participation.
3. Displays high levels of involvement in self-chosen activities.
5. Selects and uses activities and resources independently.
7. Is confident to try new activities, initiate ideas and speak in a familiar group.
PSED: Social development
4. Works as part of a group or class, taking turns and sharing fairly.
CLL: Language for communication and thinking
3. Talks activities through, reflecting on and modifying actions.
7. Uses talk to organise, sequence and clarify thinking, ideas...
8. Speaks clearly with confidence and control, showing awareness of the listener.
K&UW
2. Observes, selects and manipulates objects and materials...
3. ...Constructs in a purposeful way, using simple tools and techniques.
8. Builds and constructs with a wide range of objects, selecting appropriate resources, tools and techniques and adapting her/his work where necessary.
PD
3. Usually shows appropriate control in... small-scale movements.
5. Demonstrates fine motor control and co-ordination.
CD
1. Explores different media...
5. Explores... shape, form and space in two or three dimensions.
8. Expresses and communicates ideas, thoughts.... Using a range of materials... suitable tools... designing and making...
