Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education: Becoming a Professional is an inspiring introduction to the world of Early Childhood Education, preparing the educators of tomorrow to reach their full potential in their schools and communities. Written by a diverse and experienced author team, this text engages readers to connect the most modern educational and developmental theory and research to developmentally appropriate practices and applications that are easily implemented in the classroom.

An intro text for early childhood students, helping them enhance their professional practice through the application of educational and developmental theory and research.

PrefacePart I: Foundations of Early Childhood Education1. The Early Childhood Teacher2. History of Early Childhood Education3. Types of Progams and ServicesPart II: Development and Early Childhood Education4. Learning Theories5. Child Development and MilestonesPart III: The Early Childhood Classroom6. Assessment and Evaluation through Observation7. Exceptional Children in Early Care and Education8. Diversity in Early Care and Education9. Guidance in Early Care and EducationPart IV: Implementing the Early Childhood Curriculum10. Play and the Learning Environment11. Emotional and Social Development12. Language and Literacy Development13. Mathematics, Science, and Technology14. Movement, Health, and the Physical CurriculumPart V: Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education15. Engaging Parents, Families, and the Community16. Early Childhood Education PoliciesGlossaryIndexAbout the Authors