Teaching Children 3-11
A Student′s Guide
Anne Cockburn editor Graham Handscomb editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
Published:11th Nov '11
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

Focusing on the major topics underpinning professional studies strands in primary and early years teacher education, Teaching Children Three-Eleven provides indispensable coverage of vital practical and conceptual issues that support good teaching practice.
This Third Edition of the popular textbook has been carefully revised, following detailed lecturer feedback, to meet the evolving needs of students training to teach across the three to eleven age range.
Featuring four new chapters on curriculum development, cross-curricular teaching, diversity and inclusion, and communication in the classroom, and engaging with the growing need for Master′s-level study in teacher education, the new edition offers a balanced contemporary overview of modern teaching practice in an engaging and accessible manner.
This is essential reading for all students on primary and early years initial teacher education courses including undergraduate (BEd, BA with QTS), postgraduate (PGCE, SCITT), and employment-based routes into teaching. It will also be invaluable for those starting out on their professional careers.
Anne Cockburn is Professor of Early Years Education at the University of East Anglia
Graham Handscomb is Senior Manager in Strategic Development, for School Improvement and Early Years at Essex County Council
′Teaching Children 3 - 11: A Student′s Guide is a great overview guide to the most important elements that you need to know about for teaching in the Primary and Early Years phase. It′s an easy to read starter text with well thought through references to other work so that the reader is guided through the plethora of literature′
- Sara Bubb
′This book has something for all students, combining theory with useful, practical advice. Issues I know students often find challenging, such as behaviour management, making the most of the tutor′s visit and working with other adults are all included... a worthwhile investment for students on any ITT course′
- Child Education
I had really liked the look of the chapter headings in this book when I first requested it. It seemed to be offering discussion on areas which are often not considered in general primary texts.
I have however been a little disappointed with the level of discussion offered and the often old non mainstream references used to inform chapters. I was hoping to use the chapter on reflective practice for the year 4 BA students but when I read it I did not think it it was sufficiently detailed to use compared with other texts available.
Perhaps this would be better for the year 1,2 students as a starting point. -- Dr Ruth Dann * drupal *
I highly recommended this book for my students , it is a God sent. The authors have fully covered most of the essential topics where the information are not readily avaible. As a textbook, it provides opportunity for students to critically reflect and see where theory can be applied. Each chapter is well summarised and provide a quick scan for vital information. -- Dr Seidu Salifu * drupal *
A good overview text. -- Michelle Lowe * drupal *
In depth, relevant book that is clearly expressed. -- Miss Alyson Lewis * drupal *
recommended to library and students -- Miss Anita Chamberlain * drupal *
A great text which manages to embed theory with practice; including pragmatic example studies for students -- Mr Andrew Holmes * drupal *
Stronger books available. -- Mr Ian Barrett * drupal *
EYFS ITE students will find this a useful survey of important issues and approaches. -- Mr Neil Rutledge * drupal *
A good starting point for stduents, who maybe interested in applying for a PGCE on completion of their studies. -- Mrs Amanda Thomas * drupal *
Did not fit the specific needs of my course. -- Mrs Amy Bartlow * drupal *
A useful text for any student studying primary teaching or learning support within the primary sector. -- Mrs Andrea Morgans * drupal *
A useful text for any student studying primary teaching or learning support within the primary sector. -- Mrs Andrea Morgans * drupal *
A useful text for any student studying primary teaching or learning support within the primary sector. -- Mrs Andrea Morgans * drupal *
This book will be of use to any trainee teacher who wishes to have a greater insight into their role as a teacher, It will be useful to clarify or give a greater knowledge and understanding of many aspects, such as SEN, assessment, behaviour etc. -- Mrs Caroline Lundy * drupal *
A very useful text which we will add to our new reading lists for the undergraduate students. The approaches to diversity and inclusion was particularly helpful in its definitions and practical advice. A good text addressing both conceptual and practical issues in primary education. -- Mrs CAROLINE TANCOCK * drupal *
This provides an excellent overview of key elements in teaching early years and primary pupils. The chapter construction clearly guides the reader through and the issues for reflection provide valuable thinking prompts. An accessable resource for those starting out on their teaching courses. -- Mrs Deborah Seward * drupal *
Good clear handbook for students on a teaching course. -- Mrs Helen Jones * drupal *
This is an excellent book which has been useful to each of the modules I have taught this year. -- Mrs Jane Wellock * drupal *
this book is useful for primary education to highlight a variety of methods for educatators to use. -- Mrs Kerrie Lee * drupal *
Accessible for students-comprehensive -- Mrs Maria Vinney * drupal *
A useful resource for Access to Teaching students while on their Primary placements -- Mrs Marilyn Hannan * drupal *
This is an excellent book for the trainee teacher. It gives an informed picture of life in a primary school. It encourages refelection and enables trainees to develop a sense of the requirements of the PGCE course. -- Mrs Marion Hobbs * drupal *
A very useful guide for students on placement. I recommend this book to levels 4, 5 and 6 on our BA (hons) Childhood studies course as it promotes reflective practice. There are short, activities/summaries/issues for reflection that help the students to focus upon the important aspect of classroom practice. -- Mrs Sharron Galley * drupal *
An essential book for any student starting a teaching course. Chapters cover the main areas for students to be aware of and there are reflection activities which challenges the students thinking further. -- Mrs Suzanne Strawford * drupal *
This is essential reading on CYCC10 an introductory module on our BA Primary Education a pre-professional programme. A really useful text. -- Mrs Zenna Kingdon * drupal *
Please see previous comments. -- Mrs Zenna Kingdon * drupal *
Useful and accessible. -- Ms Amanda French * drupal *
This text provides clear overviews of key issues - a good general text for PGCE students. -- Ms Kate Allott * drupal *
Childcare students will find this textbook informative and easy to follow. This will provide supplementry information to their course guidelines. The ever moving practices in early years needs up to date information that will keep the students knowledgeable and able to deliver a quality service. -- Ms Lisa Oneill * drupal *
This is a useful book for trainee teachers to enhance their understanding -- Ms Sally Howard * drupal *
ISBN: 9780857024879
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 650g
368 pages
3rd Revised edition