[start of series blurb] The Practical Guidance in the Early Years Foundation Stage series will help practitioners provide children with a relevant, age appropriate, exciting and challenging opportunities in each area of learning, giving examples of when and where to look, listen and note, how to set up Effective Practice and hints on planning and resourcing. There are also Home links to help practitioners work effectively with parents. Each book gives clear and detailed explanations of each aspect of Learning and Development and encourages readers to consider each area within its broadest context to expand and develop their own knowledge and good practice. Practical ideas and activities for all age groups are offered along with a wealth of examples of how elements from the practice guidance can be implemented within all early years settings. The books include suggestions for the innovative use of everyday resources, popular books and stories. [end of series blurb] Planning for the Early Years Foundation Stage compliments the six Learning area books in this series by explaining the basis of clear planning and how it links to careful observation and assessment.Useful examples are provided throughout, Planning across the Early Years Foundation Stage will raise awareness of what is needed within early years settings, explain the who, when and whys of observation, assessment and planning, and making useful links to each of the other books in the series.