Foundations of Early Childhood Education : Teaching Children in a Diverse Society, 3/e
Janet Gonzalez-Mena,
Napa Valley College
ISBN: 0072877847 Copyright year: 2003
Feature Summary
Comprehensive coverage: The text provides a comprehensive introduction to caring for and educating children from birth to age 8. It places emphasis on making the connections between early childhood education and later abilities to do well in school and life, and stresses the importance of tending to the mental, physical, social, and emotional needs of children.
Diversity: By integrating and discussing cultural influences from the outset, the text addresses what students need to know about working with children from diverse backgrounds. In addition to cultural diversity, the text also discusses diversity of ability, socio-economic backgrounds, and needs.
Developmentally appropriate practice: The text focuses on the skills that beginning students will need in order to function in an Early Childhood Education setting. The theme of developmentally appropriate practice is present throughout the text, which applies the three bodies of knowledge that guide the early childhood professional: ages and stages of child development and learning; individual variation of each child in the group; and the societal and cultural contexts of each child.
Observational skills: The discussion of observation skills now begins in Chapter 2 and continues throughout the text, helping students realize the importance of this skill whenever they are around children.
Real-life examples: The text includes a multitude of dialogues, case studies, and anecdotes that make the connection between theory and practice.
Box program: Three types of focus boxes appear throughout: “Diversities” boxes raise awareness of the diverse backgrounds of children, parents, and caregivers; “Points of View” boxes present different perspectives on issues in Early Childhood Education; and “Tips & Tactics” boxes provide practical advice for early childhood educators.
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