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STEM Play

Integrating Inquiry into Learning Centers

by Deirdre Englehart, EdD, Debby Mitchell
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2016

Most early childhood teachers are using learning centers in the classroom, but do not approach them in ways that fully support a variety of learning opportunities. This book approaches learning centers through the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) lens, and shares how themes can be...

Children's Reading of Film and Visual Literacy in the Primary Curriculum

A Progression Framework Model

by Jeannie Hill Bulman
Language: English
Release Date: August 12, 2017

This book draws on a longitudinal study which highlights the beneficial impact of film in the primary curriculum. It provides detailed accounts of both the reading process as understood within the field of literacy education, and of film theory as it relates to issues such as narration, genre and...

Literacy Playshop

New Literacies, Popular Media, and Play in the Early Childhood Classroom

by Karen E. Wohlwend
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009

Building on her award-winning research (featured in Playing Their Way into Literacies) which emphasizes that play is an early literacy, Wohlwend has developed a curricular framework for children ages 3 to 8. The Literacy Playshop curriculum engages children in creating their own multimedia productions,...

Literature, Pedagogy, and Curriculum in Secondary Education

Examples from France

by M. Martin Guiney
Language: English
Release Date: May 31, 2017

This book argues for the importance of literature studies using the historical debate between the disinterested disciplines (“art for art’s sake”) and utilitarian or productive disciplines. Forgoing the traditional argument that literature is a unique spiritual resource, as well as the utilitarian...

Technology and Critical Literacy in Early Childhood

by Vivian Maria Vasquez, Carol Branigan Felderman
Language: English
Release Date: October 12, 2012

What do new technologies and new forms of communication mean for young children growing up in the 21st century? How are they shaping the mindsets, identities and practices which impact their lives at home and at school? This book explores the intersection of technology and critical literacy, specifically...

ABC Around The World For Children

by Nam Nguyen
Language: English
Release Date: March 28, 2015

I can show you the best way to learn ABC! The next step is yours! Are you ready to start learning to read and write ABC? ABC Around The World For Children is ideal for giving your kids a head-start in learning, singing, tracing, ABC fill in the blanks, ABC Cut-Outs and coloring the alphabet. Bonus:...

The Reception Year in Action, revised and updated edition

A month-by-month guide to success in the classroom

by Anna Ephgrave
Language: English
Release Date: August 22, 2013

‘The Reception Year in Action will take the understanding of outdoor play, teaching and learning to a new level. Everyone who is involved with early years education and care should read this book!’ Helen Bilton, University of Reading, UK ‘This is a fantastic book... it shows exactly...

Reconceptualizing Early Childhood Care and Education

Critical Questions, New Imaginaries and Social Activism: A Reader

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Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2013

Reconceptualizing Early Childhood Care and Education is a foundational text, which presents contemporary theories and debates about early education and child care in many nations. The authors selected are leading contributors in discussions about critical early childhood studies over the past twenty...

The Ultimate Guide to Differentiation

Achieving Excellence for All

by Sue Cowley
Language: English
Release Date: March 8, 2018

This book is the ultimate guide to differentiation in early years, schools and further education settings by Sue Cowley, bestselling author of Getting the Buggers to Behave. It offers over 90 practical and time-saving strategies for effective differentiation in every classroom. The Ultimate...

Special Needs and Services

Philosophy, Programs, and Practices for the Creation of Quality Service for Children

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Language: English
Release Date: June 28, 2016

Special Needs and Services examines and supports parent participation, training programs, role of play in the physical, mental and social development of children, and community involvement as the basis for effective childcare programs. Includes perspectives from different cultures and needs when considering...

Roots and Wings

Affirming Culture and Preventing Bias in Early Childhood

by Stacey York
Language: English
Release Date: June 27, 2016

Use the updated activities, examples, and research to improve your anti-bias and multicultural education programs. This clear and practical guide includes expanded information on English language learners, family engagement, culturally responsive teaching, and staff training. Stacey York teaches...

Squandering America's Future—Why ECE Policy Matters for Equality, Our Economy, and Our Children

by Susan Ochshorn
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009

“This remarkable book manages to pinpoint the critical issues in the care and education of young children with up-to-date research, and all of this in a pleasurable and lively style. This needs to be read widely, and right away.”—Deborah Meier, MacArthur award–winning public...

Classroom Group Sensory Experiences

Teachers Resource Series, #3

by S Kelley
Language: English
Release Date: June 28, 2013

Fun, basic sensory groups for various age groups in the classroom May be suitable for younger classrooms, cross categorical, inclusive and self contained classrooms Primary focus on motor planning (praxis), proprioception and vestibular input, with integration of other sensory systems Includes discussion...

Sensory Experiences Through Play in the Classroom

Teachers Resource Series, #4