[start of series blurb] The Practical Guidance in the Early Years Foundation Stage series will help practitioners provide children with a relevant, age appropriate, exciting and challenging opportunities in each area of learning, giving examples of when and where to look, listen and note, how to set up Effective Practice and hints on planning and resourcing. There are also Home links to help practitioners work effectively with parents. Each book gives clear and detailed explanations of each aspect of Learning and Development and encourages readers to consider each area within its broadest context to expand and develop their own knowledge and good practice. Practical ideas and activities for all age groups are offered along with a wealth of examples of how elements from the practice guidance can be implemented within all early years settings. The books include suggestions for the innovative use of everyday resources, popular books and stories. [start of series blurb] This book will both raise the awareness of readers to how physical development impacts on all areas of learning and general development.The author encourages practitioners to think about what physical activity actually means for children and the importance of balancing risk and challenge, providing opportunities for children to be active and interactive and to use their senses to learn about the world around them.