Full Description
Conceptual vocabulary shapes children's thinking in the Early Years and forms the foundation for later mathematical and scientific learning. However, these words are abstract and often tricky to learn - and to teach.
Concept Cat is a tried-and-tested, evidence-based approach that supports all young children's learning of conceptual vocabulary. Vocabulary is taught in a structured and engaging manner with explicit teaching of vocabulary followed by implicit teaching in play-based learning. The resource provides:
A step-by-step guide to teaching 150 different concepts, using songs, stories and play-based activities
A whole-class approach, which is accessible for a wide range of children, including those with limited language
Guidance and resources for working with families to effectively support children's learning
Accompanying downloadable resources, including printable symbols of each concept, for immediate use in the classroom
Concept Cat is a complete guide to implementing this approach and an essential resource for Early Years educators, primary teachers and speech and language therapists. All you need is a cat toy to get you started!
Contents
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Implementing Concept Cat
2.1 Teaching Concepts Using the STAR Approach
2.2 Engaging Families
2.3 Focus Children
2.4 Planning
2.5 Involving Everyone in Concept Cat
2.6 Making Concept Cat Work For You
2.7 Extensions and Applications
2.8 Frequently Asked Questions
2.9 Measuring Impact
Section 3: Teaching Sequences
Section 4: Appendices
List of 150 Concepts
Resources Required
Concept Cat
Concept Cat: Teaching a Concept across the Week (Five-Day Planner)
Concept Cat: Teaching a Concept across the Week (Three-Day Planner)
Concept Cat Weekly Checklist
Family Poster
Front cover of the Concept Book
Memes
Song sheets
Talk and play, everyone, everywhere poster
