Experiences in Movement Birth to Age Eight

by Pica, Rae

• ISBN13: 9780766861503
• ISBN10: 0766861503
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-07-08
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

Experiences in Movement take the reader down the path of creating a movement-oriented learning setting for children aged birth to eight years. In addition to presenting a complete movement program that can be implimented immediately, the author also presents techniques for weaving movement and music throughout the day, as well as across the curriculum, for teachers who look to this book as a resource. Resources and appendices offer topic-specific Web sites and sources for ordering music, intruments, equipment and props.

Table of Contents

Preface	xi
Acknowledgments	xiii
About the Author	xiv
Introduction	xv
PART 1 THE BASICS OF MOVEMENT EDUCATION
Movement's Role in Child Development	3	(28)
The Physical Domain	4	(8)
The Social/Emotional Domain	12	(5)
The Cognitive Domain	17	(9)
Key Points	26	(1)
Assignments	26	(1)
References	27	(4)
Movement's Role in Musical and Creative Development	31	(20)
Music and the Young Child	32	(9)
Creativity and the Young Child	41	(7)
Key Points	48	(1)
Assignments	49	(1)
References	49	(2)
Child Development Characteristics and Their Impact on the Movement Program	51	(60)
Infants	52	(8)
Toddlers	60	(13)
Preschoolers	73	(11)
Early Elementary Children	84	(10)
Children with Special Needs	94	(9)
Key Points	103	(2)
Assignments	105	(1)
References	106	(5)
Content of the Movement Program	111	(40)
The Elements of Movement	112	(6)
Locomotor Skills	118	(8)
Nonlocomotor Skills	126	(7)
Manipulative Skills	133	(7)
Educational Gymnastic Skills	140	(6)
Key Points	146	(1)
Assignments	147	(1)
References	147	(4)
PART 2 PLANNING FOR MOVEMENT AND MUSIC
Lesson Planning	151	(18)
Creating Lesson Plans	152	(4)
Developmental Progressions	156	(3)
Using a Variety of Movement Themes	159	(3)
Using a Single Movement Theme	162	(1)
Using a Single Unit Theme	163	(3)
Key Points	166	(1)
Assignments	167	(1)
References	167	(2)
The When, Where, and What of Movement Sessions	169	(28)
Scheduling	170	(4)
Space	174	(3)
Group Size	177	(1)
Attire	178	(1)
Equipment and Props	179	(14)
Key Points	193	(1)
Assignments	194	(1)
References	194	(3)
Choosing and Using Music	197	(30)
Choosing Music	198	(5)
Using Music	203	(15)
Sample Activities	218	(4)
Key Points	222	(1)
Assignments	223	(1)
References	223	(4)
PART 3 FACILITATING MOVEMENT EXPERIENCES
Teaching Methods	227	(18)
The Direct Approach	228	(4)
Guided Discovery	232	(4)
Exploration	236	(5)
Key Points	241	(1)
Assignments	242	(1)
References	243	(2)
Creating and Maintaining a Positive Learning Environment	245	(20)
Tried and Tested Teaching Tips	246	(7)
What about the Nonparticipant?	253	(1)
What about Disruptive Behavior?	254	(2)
The Role of Relaxation	256	(3)
Key Points	259	(1)
Assignments	260	(1)
References	260	(5)
PART 4 MOVEMENT AND MUSIC THROUGH THE DAY
Movement across the Curriculum	265	(38)
Art	269	(6)
Language Arts	275	(3)
Mathematics	278	(7)
Science	285	(6)
Social Studies	291	(4)
Putting It All Together	295	(4)
Key Points	299	(1)
Assignments	300	(1)
References	300	(3)
Using Movement and Music for Transitions	303	(18)
Arrival	305	(5)
Transitions within the Classroom	310	(2)
Transitions to Outside the Classroom	312	(2)
Cleanup	314	(2)
Nap Time	316	(1)
Departure	317	(1)
Key Points	318	(1)
Assignments	319	(1)
References	319	(2)
Bringing Movement Education Outdoors	321	(20)
Playground Space	324	(2)
Climbing Structures	326	(1)
Balance Beams	327	(1)
Tunnels	328	(1)
Platforms	329	(2)
Tires	331	(1)
Sand	331	(1)
Riding Toys	332	(1)
Slides	333	(1)
Swings	334	(3)
Key Points	337	(1)
Assignments	338	(1)
References	338	(3)
Appendix 1 Appropriate Practices in Movement Programs for Children Ages 3--5	341	(8)
Preface	341	(1)
Introduction	341	(1)
Quality Movement Programs for Young Children	342	(1)
Premises of Quality Movement Programs for Children	342	(1)
Intended Audience	343	(1)
Appropriate and Inappropriate Practices in Movement Programs for Children Ages 3--5	343	(5)
References	348	(1)
Appendix 2 Sources and Resources	349	(4)
Professional Organizations and Publications	349	(1)
Relevant Publications	350	(1)
Movement and Physical Education Book Publishers	350	(1)
Books on Making Instruments	350	(1)
Sources for Ordering Instruments	351	(1)
Sources for Ordering Recordings	351	(1)
Sources for Ordering Equipment and Props	352	(1)
Glossary	353	(4)
Index	357