The Very Young: Guiding Children From Infancy Through The Early Years

The Very Young: Guiding Children from Infancy Through the Early Years

Employing a conversational style and offering realistic suggestions based on developmentally appropriate practcie, this study provides a comprehensive exploration of research, theory and practice across the early childhood curriculum, from infancy through the early primary grades. The book uses the philosophies of Vygotsky and Piaget throughout as philosophical support for teaching practices. It features a chapter on short and long-term planning for activities, themes and projects. From the Publisher Using a conversational style and offering realistic suggestions based on developmentally appropriate practice, this text provides a comprehensive exploration of research, theory, and practice across the entire early childhood curriculum -- from infancy through the early primary grades. From the Back Cover Key Benefit: Using a conversational style and offering realistic suggestions based on developmentally appropriate practice, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of research, theory, and practice across the entire early childhood curriculum - from infancy through the early primary grades. Key Topics: Uses the philosophies of Vygotsky and Piaget throughout as philosophical support for teaching practices. Features a new chapter on short- and long-term planning for activities, themes, and projects. Features vignettes and photographs throughout that bring applications to life. Market: For teachers, psychologists, and parents of young children.