Initium: Cognitive science and research-informed primary practice

The beginnings of all things are small, but the possibilities for primary pupils are infinite. Initium is a research-informed practice for the primary specialist, focusing on the needs of youngest learners, development of age-appropriate practice, and the joys and realities of working within the primary phase.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2023
Publisher: John Catt Educational Ltd

The origins of all things may be modest, but the potential for our primary students is boundless. While numerous books delve into the marvels of science and education research, few genuinely capture the essence of the primary classroom, offering a firsthand account of what it truly entails to manage a primary classroom and immerse oneself in the captivating company of our youngest learners. Initium takes a thoughtful and discerning approach to addressing the unique needs of our youngest learners, the development of age- and stage-appropriate practice and pedagogy, alongside the joys and realities of working within the primary phase.

Primary is a distinct and pivotal stage in a child's development, necessitating a tailored and distinctive approach to structuring teaching and learning. What may be effective at age 16 or 14 may not necessarily translate to a classroom of 6-year-olds. Drawing upon scientific insights and a wealth of over 25 years of primary expertise, Initium is a research-informed practice specifically designed for primary specialists.

Weight: 186g
Dimension: 148 x 209 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398389748