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Acting Out! - by  Rae Pica (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Acting Out! - by Rae Pica (Paperback)

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  • Movement is not misbehavior!
  • About the Author: Rae Pica is an education consultant dedicated to the development and education of the whole child.
  • 160 Pages
  • Education,

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About the Book



Rae Pica advocates for active learning to promote a calmer, friendlier, and less challenging learning environment.



Book Synopsis



Movement is not misbehavior! Current policies in the early childhood field ask teachers to treat children as though they exist from the neck up--even though research clearly demonstrates that the mind-body connection is vital to development. Rae Pica, founder and director of Rae Pica Keynotes & Consulting and author of the Moving and Learning series, advocates for active learning, not only because it's developmentally appropriate but because doing so promotes a calmer, friendlier, and less challenging learning environment.

Section I provides theory, research, and language to advocate for active learning. Section II offers suggestions on how to update learning environments, and Rae offers some of her own past missteps in hopes that readers will be able to learn from her mistakes. Section III contains 200 ready-to-use movement activities that can be easily implemented into the day. Most require no materials, and every activity includes a "Curriculum Connection," so readers can understand and clearly explain why the children aren't "just playing."



Review Quotes




"Research-based, insightful, and accessible, Rae Pica's newest professional development book is essential for teachers who want to understand, practice, and share the principles behind active learning." --Texas Child Care Quarterly

"Thank goodness for the strong wise voice of Rae Pica! She clearly speaks the truth about the issues young children are facing when they do not have enough opportunity to move. This book not only addresses the problem but provides an extensive collection of approaches and activities to remedy the situation." --Ellen Booth Church, early childhood author, keynote speaker, and product developer

"Children forced to sit at desks and listen? This book is the antidote. Pica suggests every manner of game, both physical and fun, to counteract the sterility of some of our contemporary preschools and kindergartens. Learning is not incompatible with joy!" --Roberta M. Golinkoff, PhD, Unidel H. Rodney Sharp professor of education, psychology, and linguistics and author of Becoming Brilliant: What Science Tells Us About Raising Successful Children and A Mandate for Playful Learning in Preschool



About the Author



Rae Pica is an education consultant dedicated to the development and education of the whole child. A former adjunct instructor at the University of New Hampshire, she is the author of 20 books, including the Moving and Learning series, the textbook Experiences in Movement and Music, and What If Everybody Understood Child Development?: Straight Talk About Bettering Education and Children's Lives. A popular keynote speaker, Rae also offers online courses and has shared her expertise with such groups as the Sesame Street Research Department, the Head Start Bureau, Bright Horizons, the Centers for Disease Control, and schools, resource and referral agencies, and health departments throughout the country.
Dimensions (Overall): 10.9 Inches (H) x 8.5 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .95 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 160
Genre: Education
Publisher: Redleaf Press
Format: Paperback
Author: Rae Pica
Language: English
Street Date: November 5, 2019
TCIN: 1005682175
UPC: 9781605546964
Item Number (DPCI): 247-41-0744
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: What type of activities does the book suggest?

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  • A: It provides a variety of physical games and activities designed to promote movement and engagement in learning.

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Q: What qualifications does Rae Pica have?

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  • A: Rae Pica is an education consultant and author with extensive experience in early childhood education and development.

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Q: Who is the target audience for this book?

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  • A: The book is aimed at educators and professionals working with young children, particularly those interested in active learning.

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Q: What is the main focus of Rae Pica's book?

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  • A: The book emphasizes the importance of active learning and the mind-body connection in early childhood education.

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Q: How does the book address children's learning environments?

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  • A: It critiques traditional learning settings and advocates for more movement and active participation to enhance learning.

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