Australian Journal of Early Childhood articles from June 2004

Australian Journal of Early Childhood archives from June 2004

Editorial.
June 1, 2004... Many of us, who have worked for years to raise the profile of the early childhood sector, are beginning to see people outside our profession understanding the importance of the early years. It is an exciting time as we reach out to share our...

'Can run, play on bikes, jump the zoom slide, and play on the swings': exploring the value of outdoor play.(Transcript)
June 1, 2004... Introduction We are all here because of a genuine interest in, and commitment to, providing playground spaces for children that will make a positive impact on their learning and development. Underpinning this address is the belief that the...

The extramusical effects of music lessons on preschoolers.
June 1, 2004... Introduction Although many preschool teachers use music on a day-to-day basis, research also suggests that many do not teach music, because they feel they lack the requisite skills (Hildebrandt, 1998; Gharavi, 1993; Scott-Kassner, 1999)....

The introduction of new technologies: new possibilities for early childhood pedagogy.
June 1, 2004... Introduction and background to the project The KidSmart Early Learning Program is an international initiative of IBM. The project aims to increase the access to technology for children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and...

Children's animated TV programs: a content analysis.
June 1, 2004... Introduction This article describes the application of content analysis methodology (Bauer, 2000) to a popular animated television series for preschoolers: Bob the Builder. The method described was developed as an instrument of analysis...

Multiple ways of knowing and seeing: reflections on the renewed vigour in early childhood research.
June 1, 2004... Introduction Back in 1994, Rodd stated that research is necessary for advancing knowledge and stimulating a change in practitioners' and policy-makers' attitudes, which are essential ingredients for the healthy growth of the early...

Take-home numeracy kits for preschool children.
June 1, 2004... Introduction Situated learning is a complex concept. Here in this paper I offer a version of it that represents a snippet of what it means. In so doing, I am describing a philosophical and pedagogical transformation that was, in its...

Drawing: the social construction of knowledge.
June 1, 2004... Introduction Amid the current growing interest in young children's drawing few meaningful frameworks for examining drawing and the drawing process are available. In early childhood, two dominant discourses underpin our understanding and...

Excellence in television for young children--entertainment, engagement and empowerment.(Play School television program)
June 1, 2004... Introduction The television program Play School has been produced by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation [ABC] since 1966. It has been much loved over its 38-year history. Play School is a program designed specifically for an early...

Young children's behaviour: Practical approaches for caregivers and teachers (2nd edn).(Book Review)
June 1, 2004... Young children's behaviour: Practical approaches for caregivers and teachers (2nd edn) by Louise Porter (2003) MacLennan & Petty, Sydney This revised edition of Porter's popular book reflects real growth in the author's knowledge and...