Description

The book follows Harry’s development and learning from infancy to around five years old. His parents and grandparents kept written and video records of his play and everyday experiences, allowing the author to examine how a young child learns and develops over time.

Main ideas

• Children learn through active exploration. Harry is shown as an interested and motivated child who explores his environment and learns through his experiences.
• Play is central to learning. His interests and play activities provide opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and understanding.
• Observation helps adults understand children. Careful observation can show how children think, communicate, solve problems and develop.
• Children’s interests can support the curriculum. Harry’s own interests provide opportunities for learning across different areas.