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Presents a developmentally appropriate early education curriculum for children from birth through eight years. Emphasis is on addressing each child's individual needs, abilities, interests, and cultural diversity. Encompasses areas including language and literacy, puppets, sensory centers, math, science, and social studies, and offers many original songs, poems, and dramatic play activities. Includes b&w and color photos, and a list of Internet resources for topics such as classroom arrangement and educational materials. Jackman is professor emerita at Brookhaven College. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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This comprehensive book presents developmentally appropriate early education curriculum for children from birth through 8 years old. Throughout the text, the emphasis is on addressing each child's individual needs, abilities, interests, and cultural diversity. Chapters include such topics as language and literacy, puppets, dramatic play, art, sensory centers, music and movement, math, science, and social studies. This practical resource and reference guide includes original songs, poems, dramatic play activities, illustrations, photos and a full-color insert that outlines appropriate guidance techniques. This is a comprehensive resource offering practical advice for developing an effective curriculum for young children.
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