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Reggio inspired books by UK author Claire Warden

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Claire Warden is an Educational Consultant based in Scotland. The blend of sensorial, kinesthetic and collaborative experiences she emphasises in her books place children very firmly at the centre of the learning process. Claire has inspired practitioners across the world to reflect on their interaction with children. Her anecdotal style and humorous writing is easy to read, enthusing adults to consult children in a wide variety of settings.

TALKING AND THINKING FLOORBOOKS
Using 'Big Book' Planners to consult children
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2006
Paperback, 84 pages
Recommended retail price:$59.95
ISBN: 0 954488 36 9

This book has been written to clarify the strategies that are available to practitioners to enable them to plan effective child centred experiences. The book explores how to use Talking and Thinking Floorbooks and the ways in which we can consult children in all areas of play.

THE RIGHT TO BE ME
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2002
Paperback, 64 pages
Recommended retail price:$59.95
ISBN: 978 0954488 36 9

A book written to celebrate the joy of being young. It is hoped that it will inspire and motivate people to value the contribution our children make to our communities. The core values and principles are the rights of very young children, birth to five years, to a high quality educational environment that focuses on emotional wellbeing.

NURTURE THROUGH NATURE
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2002
Paperback, 64 pages
Recommended retail price:$59.95
ISBN: 978 0954488 36 9

A book written to celebrate the joy of being young. It is hoped that it will inspire and motivate people to value the contribution our children make to our communities. The core values and principles are the rights of very young children, birth to five years, to a high quality educational environment that focuses on emotional wellbeing.

THE POTENTIAL OF A PUDDLE
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2005
Paperback, 64 pages
Recommended retail price:$59.95
ISBN: 978 0954488 35 2

This book looks at the issues that surround quality outdoor play and learning. Each chapter examines an aspect of good practice and identifies key statements to consider as a framework for outdoor play.

LOOK, LOOK ... LOOK AGAIN SUMMER
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2007
Paperback, 52 pages
Recommended retail price:$39.95
ISBN: 978 1906116 03 3

LOOK, LOOK ... LOOK AGAIN AUTUMN
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2007
Paperback, 52 pages
Recommended retail price:$39.95
ISBN: 978 1906116 00 2

LOOK, LOOK ... LOOK AGAIN WINTER
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2007
Paperback, 52 pages
Recommended retail price:$39.95
ISBN: 978 0954488 39 0

LOOK, LOOK ... LOOK AGAIN SPRING
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2007
Paperback, 52 pages
Recommended retail price:$39.95
ISBN: 978 1906116 02 6

These 52 page books are designed to support adults in the consultation process about outdoor opportunities in the four seasons and how children need to look closely to see nature’s beauty. Each section has stunning A4 photographs that gradually take the focus down to the small things that often engage children. To support discussion the author has offered some possible lines of development for each focus such as mud, grass and movement. The books include support notes on the consultation process and the methodology of working with children on using the senses to find out about the environment around them.

EARLY YEARS REFLECTIVE JOURNAL
By: Claire Warden
Published: 2006
Spiral Bound
Recommended retail price:$49.95
ISBN: 978 0954488 38 3

This motivational book has inspirational quotes, photographs, and images which are interspersed with hundreds of ideas presented as possible lines of development for children under three. The high grade paper can be used for painting, sketching, mindmapping, and scrap-booking. Also ideal for continuous professional development.

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