Let them learn more

Abstract

Considers the aims of the National Curriculum with regard to health education and explores the view that children′s knowledge of their bodies has been underestimated. Uses a case study which leads to the conclusion that although it is good to offer a framework on which to build learning, it should not become so rigid that children′s interests are stifled. Findings of the project demonstrate children possess a wealth of information before any formal teaching takes place. Advises teachers to build on what the child knows and where he or she is at irrespective of the child′s age or level of attainment in the National Curriculum. Suggests increased flexibility of the National Curriculum which would contribute towards an enabling programme of learning.

Citation

Grigg, J. (1992), "Let them learn more", Health Education, Vol. 92 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003500