Margaret Sutherland – författare

This book discusses the kind of imaginative thinking which is going on all the time without producing the masterpieces of art and culture. The author brings together the body of educational theory, psychological theory and some general opinions about imagination, to provide an account of everyday imagining for educationalists, psychologists, teachers and parents.

This book discusses the kind of imaginative thinking which is going on all the time without producing the masterpieces of art and culture. The author brings together the body of educational theory, psychological theory and some general opinions about imagination, to provide an account of everyday imagining for educationalists, psychologists, teachers and parents.

'This book is an essential resource for all those in Early Years settings; providing invaluable information about addressing the wide range of aspects involved in developing effective provision for able learners' - Nursery World

'This book is essential reading for all those involved in Early Years. It proves that good provision for Gifted and Talented is good provision for all children.' - Johanna M Raffan, Founder Director, NACE

Do you want to know more about how you can influence and impact gifted young children's beliefs about their ability?

This book explores the way staff impact learner beliefs about ability and suggests ways that staff can support young children as they develop.

The book contains practical ideas for:

-giving feedback and praise

-structuring activities to help shape and recognise high ability

-creating a challenging learning environment

-developing citizens of the future.

Aimed at children who are gifted and talented, the book is applicable to staff seeking to shape and influence learning for all children in early years settings.

'This book is an essential resource for all those in Early Years settings; providing invaluable information about addressing the wide range of aspects involved in developing effective provision for able learners' - Nursery World

'This book is essential reading for all those involved in Early Years. It proves that good provision for Gifted and Talented is good provision for all children.' - Johanna M Raffan, Founder Director, NACE

Do you want to know more about how you can influence and impact gifted young children's beliefs about their ability?

This book explores the way staff impact learner beliefs about ability and suggests ways that staff can support young children as they develop.

The book contains practical ideas for:

-giving feedback and praise

-structuring activities to help shape and recognise high ability

-creating a challenging learning environment

-developing citizens of the future.

Aimed at children who are gifted and talented, the book is applicable to staff seeking to shape and influence learning for all children in early years settings.

'This new edition advocates an inclusive approach and updates current theories, research and best practices in the field. The text incorporates 21st century skills, cultural perspectives and international education, and focuses on how to create appropriately challenging activities for the young gifted and talented child'Gillian Eriksson, Coordinator: Gifted Education Program, School of Teaching, Learning and Leadership, University of Central Florida

'This expanded edition builds on Margaret's approach to teaching and learning, making us think how we can best include gifted and talented children in our early years settings. By providing opportunities for young children to learn from each other and from their communities and families, gifted and talented young learners can be appropriately challenged and recognised within an inclusive setting' -Peter Merrotsy, Senior Lecturer in Gifted and Talented Education, University of New England, Australia

Combining theoretical perspectives with practical activities, this book offers clear guidance on how to ensure you and your setting can identify and provide for very young children in your care who are gifted and talented. With an emphasis on providing the best learning opportunities for all, there is specialist advice for all staff working in early years settings.

New to this new edition is:

- information on recent research and new thinking in the field

-international views of gifted and talented young children

-links to the early years curriculum

-new activities and ideas

-extended coverage for young children aged 3 to 6

There are lots of ideas for things to try out in your setting, and photocopiable practical activities for parents to try out at home.

Margaret Sutherland is a Lecturer in Additional Support Needs at the University of Glasgow and Director of the Scottish Network for Able Pupils (SNAP).

'This new edition advocates an inclusive approach and updates current theories, research and best practices in the field. The text incorporates 21st century skills, cultural perspectives and international education, and focuses on how to create appropriately challenging activities for the young gifted and talented child'Gillian Eriksson, Coordinator: Gifted Education Program, School of Teaching, Learning and Leadership, University of Central Florida

'This expanded edition builds on Margaret's approach to teaching and learning, making us think how we can best include gifted and talented children in our early years settings. By providing opportunities for young children to learn from each other and from their communities and families, gifted and talented young learners can be appropriately challenged and recognised within an inclusive setting' -Peter Merrotsy, Senior Lecturer in Gifted and Talented Education, University of New England, Australia

Combining theoretical perspectives with practical activities, this book offers clear guidance on how to ensure you and your setting can identify and provide for very young children in your care who are gifted and talented. With an emphasis on providing the best learning opportunities for all, there is specialist advice for all staff working in early years settings.

New to this new edition is:

- information on recent research and new thinking in the field

-international views of gifted and talented young children

-links to the early years curriculum

-new activities and ideas

-extended coverage for young children aged 3 to 6

There are lots of ideas for things to try out in your setting, and photocopiable practical activities for parents to try out at home.

Margaret Sutherland is a Lecturer in Additional Support Needs at the University of Glasgow and Director of the Scottish Network for Able Pupils (SNAP).