Includes bibliographical references (pages 570-593) and index.
Contents:
The teacher -- The field of early childhood education -- History of early childhood education -- Child development -- Observing and assessing young children -- Relationships and guidance -- Health, safety, and well-being -- The learning environment -- Understanding and supporting play -- The curriculum -- Curriculum planning -- Including all children -- Partnerships with families -- Becoming an early childhood professional.
Summary:
"This supplement provides you with additional information specific to California. California has a unique structure for: teacher certification, ensuring that its state-funded child care and development programs are of the highest quality, and, easing your progress through the higher education system." (page v)
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.