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9780134450094

Infant and Toddler Development and Responsive Program Planning A Relationship-Based Approach

by Wittmer, Donna S.; Petersen, Sandy
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  • Edition: 4th
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2017-01-03
  • Publisher: Pearson
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Infant and Toddler Development and Responsive Program Planning: A Relationship-Based Approach

This comprehensive textbook is a go-to resource for students and educators in the field of early childhood education, particularly those focusing on infant and toddler development. It's designed to provide a detailed exploration of the critical years from birth to three, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to program planning.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in early childhood education courses, including those specializing in infant and toddler development. It's also a valuable resource for parents, caregivers, and professionals working with young children, offering insights into developmental milestones and responsive program planning strategies.

History and Editions

The 4th edition of Infant and Toddler Development and Responsive Program Planning: A Relationship-Based Approach has been updated to reflect the latest research and best practices in early childhood education. This edition includes detailed discussions on emotional, social, cognitive, and motor development, as well as comprehensive guidelines for creating responsive programs that prioritize health, safety, and nutrition.

Author and Other Works

Donna S. Wittmer, a renowned expert in early childhood education, is the author of this book. Donna Wittmer is known for her commitment to relationship-based approaches in early childhood education, which emphasize building strong relationships between children, families, and educators. Sandra H. Petersen also contributed to this edition, bringing her expertise in early childhood development and program planning.

Key Features

1. Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers all aspects of infant and toddler development, including emotional, social, cognitive, and motor development.

2. Relationship-Based Approach: It emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships between children, families, and educators.

3. Responsive Program Planning: The text provides detailed guidelines for creating responsive programs that prioritize health, safety, and nutrition.

4. Theoretical Foundations: It explores various theories related to child development and learning.

5. Practical Applications: The book includes practical strategies for implementing relationship-based approaches in daily routines and environments.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

  • Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780134450094
  • eTextbook: Available through eCampus.com and other retailers (ISBN: 9780134520728)
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Publication Details

  • Publisher: Pearson
  • Publication Date: January 12, 2017
  • Number of Pages: Varies by edition
  • Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

  • 3rd Edition: Available through Pearson and other retailers (ISBN: 9780134000073)
  • eTextbook with Pearson MyLab Early Childhood Education: ISBN-13: 9780134520735
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  • 9780134520728 (eTextbook)
  • 9780134520735 (eTextbook with Pearson MyLab Early Childhood Education)
  • 9780134000073 (3rd Edition)
  • 9780134000080 (3rd Edition with Pearson MyLab Early Childhood Education)

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    Author Biography

    Donna Wittmer has a PhD in Child, Family, and Community Studies from Syracuse University. She taught Behavioral Pediatrics at SUNY in Syracuse and developed a family ­centered Early Intervention program on the Onondaga Indian Nation. Beginning in 1990 she taught ECE/ECSE at the University of Colorado Denver for 17 years. She is the author of numerous articles and chapters for early childhood education journals and newsletters. She has given many presentations for NAEYC and ZERO to THREE. She is the coauthor of Infant and Toddler Development and Responsive Program Planning, 4th Edition, Endless Opportunities, and The Young Child. She is also the author of a ZERO to THREE book on infant/toddler peer interactions and relationships. For ten years she served on the leadership team of the Expanding Quality in Infant/Toddler Care in the state of Colorado. This group wrote and delivered training of trainer materials for infant/toddler specialists who then delivered the curriculum to over 1000 infant/toddler caregivers in Colorado.


    Sandra Petersen has a rich background in many facets of the early childhood field. Beginning with teaching preschool, then directing an on­site hospital child care center, providing early intervention services, providing infant­parent psychotherapy, directing Colorado’s early childhood professional development system, teaching numerous college courses, and working for ZERO TO THREE in the Early Head Start National Resource Center and the National Infant Toddler Child Care Initiative. Ms. Petersen was a Zero to Three Fellow. She is co­author of three college textbooks on infancy and early childhood published by Pearson; The Young Child: Prenatal through Age Eight, Endless Opportunities for Infant Toddler Curriculum: A Relationship-­Based Approach, and Infant and Toddler Development and Responsive Program Planning: A Relationship­-Based Approach. She is the author of Caring for Infants and Toddlers in Groups by ZERO TO THREE. She created and has taught the Special Needs session for the Program for Infant Toddler Care for over 20 years. She has a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology and completed doctoral coursework in Early Childhood Special Education at the University of California-Berkeley.

    Table of Contents

    1. The Importance of the Infant and Toddler Years and a Relationship­-Based Approach

    2. Infants, Toddlers, and Their Families

    3. Understanding and Using Theories

    4. The Power of Observation: Learning About Infants and Toddlers

    5. Genetics and Prenatal Development

    6. Emotional Development and Learning

    7. Social Development and Learning with Peers

    8. Cognitive Development and Learning

    9. Language Development and Learning

    10. Motor Development and Learning

    11. Responsive Programs: Quality, Health, Safety, and Nutrition

    12. Creating a Relationship­ Based Curriculum

    13. Routines, Environments, and Opportunities: Day to Day the Relationship Way

    14. Respect, Reflect, and Relate: The 3 R Approach to Guidance

    15. Including Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities in Infant and Toddler Programs

    16. The Infant­/Toddler Professional

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