[07222] Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education

■ The fifth edition of this brief, paperback, best-selling text has been thoroughly updated to ensure that future teachers of young children encounter the most current ideas about how children learn, how best to teach them, and how to effectively include their families and their communities in their education. This revision offers a new 4-color design, increased curriculum coverage via new Environments and Curriculum sections in the ages/grades chapters, new step-by-step Competency Builder features demonstrating how to do key teaching tasks, new Ethical Dilemma scenarios, and is a Teacher Prep integrated media edition. Plus, it again provides Morrison's trademark trio–comprehensive coverage, inviting format, and appealing writing. A low cost, paperback alternative to the full edition.


Chapter 1. You and Early Childhood Education: Becoming a Professional

Chapter 2. Early Childhood Education Today: Understanding Current Issues

Chapter 3. History and Theories: Foundations for Teaching and Learning

Chapter 4. Implementing Early Childhood Programs: Applying Theories to Practice

Chapter 5. Standards and You: Teaching Children to Learn

Chapter 6. Observing and Assessing Young Children: Guiding, Teaching, and Learning

Chapter 7. Infants and Toddlers: Critical Years for Learning

Chapter 8. The Preschool Years: Getting Ready for School and Life

Chapter 9. Kindergarten Today: Meeting Academic and Developmental Needs

Chapter 10. The Early Elementary Grades: 1–3: Preparation for Life

Chapter 11. Educating Children with Diverse Backgrounds and Special Needs: Ensuring All Children Learn

Chapter 12. Guiding Children's Behavior: Helping Children Act Their Best

Chapter 13. Parents, Families, and the Community: Building Partnerships for Student Success



Appendix – NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Committment

Endnotes

Glossary

Index