50 Fantastic Things to Do with Cardboard

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title 50 Fantastic Things to Do with Cardboard
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Judit Horvath
Volume editor Alistair Bryce-Clegg
Series50 Fantastic Ideas
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:64
Dimensions(mm): Height 245,Width 170
ISBN/Barcode 9781472922564
ClassificationsDewey:372.21
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Featherstone
Publication Date 26 January 2017
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

In order to be able to think creatively, children have to be encouraged to use their imaginations and play autonomously. When setting up open-ended learning opportunities that stimulate children to investigate possibilities practitioners need easily accessible, cost effective resources. The rationale behind using cardboard boxes is the simple fact that they are cheap and open-ended, meaning they can be easily sourced and simply transformed by both adults and children. A cardboard box is a resource that when left alone, does nothing in particular but comes to life in the hands of children, requiring them to use their imagination or to build on their past experiences. Boxes as open-ended materials greatly enhance the play experience, as they require children to bring their thoughts into the play experience in a deeper way.

Author Biography

Judit is the manager of Olympus KeyMed Day Nursery in Southend-on-Sea. She has a background in Early Years education with expertise in Play work and the Forest School movement.