Early Childhood Themes offer both teacher directed and child directed cross curricular, hands on activities designed to stimulate curiosity, exploration and imagination. Each book is divided into four thematic units covering a selection of topics appropriate to the age group. The series provides an ideal supplement to any early childhood programme. Each thematic unit consists of: concepts and vocabulary covered in the theme; letter templates for parent communication; learning centre ideas; a list of recommended reading related to each theme; discussion points to promote discussion on each theme prior to activities; a variety of cross curricular activities in the areas of maths, sensory activities, motor skills, alphabet activities, art and cooking; fingerplays and felt board activities with accompanying songs and movements; a selection of time saving copymasters for each theme; themes that can be used with the whole class, a small group, individually or in a classroom.