Činnosti se zvířaty v předškolním vzdělávání – Jančaříková Kateřina (2014)

The publication Activities with Animals addresses the issue of utilizing and involving selected animal species in preschool education. The first part of the book focuses on theory – terminology, a general characterization of interaction with animals, and the inclusion of activities within legislation. In the second part, the authors introduce readers to practice, sharing experiences and examples of good practice, paying attention to the criteria for selecting a suitable species of animal and its needs, describing specific educational activities, and providing advice on how to avoid potential risks in contact with living creatures. The book comprehensively approaches education with the help of animals, offering a complete overview in both theoretical and practical areas. It provides teachers in kindergartens and other professionals or parents with options on how to incorporate animals into education, thereby enhancing the environment in which the child grows up and utilizing the positive influence of living beings on the personality development of preschool-aged children. The book loosely follows the publications Environmental Activities in Preschool Education and Outdoor and Nature Activities in Preschool Education.