A Developmental Approach to Educating Young Children

Bys: Daniels, Denise H. and Clarkson, Patricia K.

Book Overview

Launch young learners on positive pathways through school

The first in the Classroom Insights From Educational Psychology series, this book gives PreK-3 teachers valuable insight into how current research and theory from educational psychology can be applied to create a child-centered learning environment. Through vignettes, practice exercises, games, and reflection questions, readers gain a deeper understanding of:

How children develop from the early years to middle childhood The importance of fostering positive teacher-child, child-child, and caregiver-child relationships Developmentally appropriate classroom practices that foster learning Children's experiences with technology and outdoor environments

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141298114X
• ISBN13: 9781412981149
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Corwin Publishers
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 8.9"