Holistic Development. Flashcards
What is holistic development?
Dealing with or treating the whole of something or someone and not just a part.
What does developing holistically mean?
Babies and young children learn and develop holistically meaning that many areas develop all at the same time and are independent on each other.
What factors could influence holistic development?
Good friendships
Reading and writing skills
Sharing feelings
Confidence
Self-esteem
Early communication skills
Being ahead in physical development .
How can we ensure as practitioners that we are developing the children in our setting holistically?
Make sure activity support more than one area of learning
Use different resources that are also appropriate.