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Designs for Living and Learning: Transforming Early Childhood Environments,New
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Give children wondrous places to learn and grow! Drawing inspiration from a variety of approachesfrom Waldorf to Montessori to Reggio to Greenman, Prescott, and Oldsthe authors outline hundreds of ways to create healthy and inviting physical, social, and emotional environments for children in child care. Fullcolor photographs of actual early childhood programs demonstrate that the spaces children learn and grow in can be comfortable for children, teachers, and parents alike.Margie Carter serves on the adjunct faculty at Pacific Oaks College Northwest, Seattle, Washington. Deb Curtis works as a child care teacher at the Burlington Little School in Seattle. Their other books include The Art of Awareness, The Visionary Director, Training Teachers, Spreading the News, and Reflecting Childrens Lives.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Designs for Living and Learning'? A: The book focuses on transforming early childhood environments to create healthy and inviting spaces for children to learn and grow, drawing from various educational approaches such as Waldorf, Montessori, and Reggio.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Margie Carter and Deb Curtis, both experienced in early childhood education.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Designs for Living and Learning'? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for new teachers in early childhood education? A: Yes, the book is suitable for new teachers as it provides practical ideas and inspiration for creating effective learning environments.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: When was 'Designs for Living and Learning' published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2003.
- Q: Does this book include photographs? A: Yes, the book includes full-color photographs of actual early childhood programs to illustrate the concepts discussed.
- Q: What educational philosophies are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses a variety of educational philosophies, including Waldorf, Montessori, Reggio, and insights from authors like Greenman, Prescott, and Olds.
- Q: Can this book help in improving classroom environments? A: Yes, the book outlines hundreds of ways to create more inviting and supportive physical, social, and emotional environments in child care settings.