Early Education Curriculum: A Child's Connection to the World

by Jackman, Hilda L.

• ISBN13: 9781401848422
• ISBN10: 1401848427
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-06-07
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

This third edition urges educators to focus on children's development needs, abilities, interests and cultural diversity in planning effective curriculum for the infant-through-age-eight age group. The author introduces theorists and their theories in supporting a host of concepts deemed critical to the educational advancement of young children. Readers will come to understand the importance of developmentally appropriate learning environments, themes, projects, webs, and assessments as part of curriculum planning. They will easily grasp the overall message of the book, including detailed concepts, thanks to the author's successful efforts at introducing concepts then reinforcing them throughout the remainder of the book. Other, equally effective approaches to retaining the wealth of information in the book include chapter objectives and overviews, guidance tips for teachers, multicultural/anti-bias activities, exploration activities, references, key terms and additional readings.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. xvii
Dedication	p. xix
Acknowledgments	p. xxi
About the Author	p. xxiii
To the Student	p. xxv
Creating the Environment that Supports Curriculum and Connects Children	p. 1
Starting the Process	p. 3
Creating Curriculum	p. 23
Discovering and Expanding the Early Education Curriculum	p. 57
Language and Literacy	p. 59
Literature	p. 83
Puppets	p. 119
Dramatic Play and Creative Dramatics	p. 143
Art	p. 163
Sensory Centers	p. 191
Music and Movement	p. 223
Math	p. 249
Science	p. 269
Social Studies	p. 293
Flannelboard Characters, Puppet Patterns, and Lesson Plan Worksheets	p. 313
Resources for Teachers with Internet Web Site Listings	p. 335
Professional Organizations	p. 341
Glossary	p. 343
Index	p. 349
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