Physical Education in Nursery and Infant Schools

Raita Merivirta has a Doctor of Philosophy from La Trobe University, Melbourne in English. She is Endeavour Research Fellow at La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia.

• Introduction, 1. Curriculum and Planning, 2. The Role of the Teacher, 3. Health-Related Fitness, 4. The Importance of Physical Play and Curriculum Content in Pre-schools, 5. Gymnastics in the Infant School, 6. Games in the Infant School, 7. Dance in the Infant School, 8. Classroom Activities in the Infant School, 9. Swimming and Water Activities (age Three to Seven) ,10. Children with Special Needs, 11. Resources, Storage and Supplies, Index

`This book is excellent for teachers embarking on their training courses. It includes many useful basic teaching skills and outlines sound practical reasons for their implementation ... The section on curriculum and planning is well-structured.' - Child Education`... A wide-ranging book with much practical and useful information ... a considerable source of sound guidance and will prove valuable to students and young teachers...' - British Journal of Physical Education