Early Childhood Education: Books

One of the many challenges facing early childhood teachers is how to meet academic standards while creating learning environments that honor young children's mathematical curiosity. In Early Childhood Math Routines Empowering Young Minds to Think, author Toni Cameron introduces us to a set of short whole-group and partner routines designed to engage young children in meaningful math thinking and build problem-solving communities. With contributions from Patricia Gallahue and Danielle Iacoviello, Cameron reimagines traditional math routines and introduces brand new routines that focus on the important mathematical ideas of early childhood. Through stories, classroom examples, and resources, Cameron offers you the tools to get started right away with these routines. Inside you'll find the following resources:  Innovative routines of student-teacher dialogue and teaching analysis to support you in planning and facilitating  Clear explanations of the big mathematical ideas in early childhood math Access to a robust companion website which includes; downloadable and printable cards/gameboards, over 30 slide decks for facilitating routines, additional practice routines, supplemental readings, and a place value interview assessment A day-by-day suggested planning guide to introducing and developing each routine in your classroom Learn from Cameron's experience supporting the complexities of early childhood mathematics while also building communities that foster social, emotional, and cognitive development in young children. Get the tools and routines that will help you connect children to mathematics in a way that is exciting and powerful.  

Loving, Consistent Relationships Foster Learning  From their earliest moments, young children rely on their families and early childhood educators for the protection, affection, and emotional connections they need to thrive. This book discusses ways teachers can support children's development in all domains through daily relationship-based interactions and highlights the awe-inspiring capabilities of infants and toddlers to learn and love when nurtured through meaningful relationships. Features include: A focus on emotional and social development as the foundation for learning Research that ties to everyday practice Engaging vignettes and examples that bring relationship-based program elements to life Links with NAEYC's Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators With this practical, easy-to-read handbook, marvel at the wonder of infants' and toddlers' development and discover how to provide engaging learning experiences within the context of satisfying interactions.

For decades early childhood educators in high-quality programs have understood that the transition into reading and writing occurs naturally when young children are surrounded by opportunities to interact with print in ways that are meaningful to them. The original edition of More Than Letters, first published in 2001, showed teachers how to intentionally help children develop literacy skills through hands-on, play-based activities. Like the original edition, the Standards Edition is based on theory and research. It contains new chapters that specifically focus on developing the skills needed to decode literature and informational text. Expanded chapters include activities that target specific concepts included in national literacy standards.

Transform playtime with your preschooler into an educational and enjoyable experience with The Ultimate Preschool Activity Guide. Written by a mother of three and former schoolteacher, Autumn McKay, this book is a must-have for parents, grandparents, teachers and caregivers of 3-5 year olds. It offers over 200 engaging, hands-on activities that take only minutes to prepare with items you already have in your house. With this guide, you can provide your child with stimulating activities that will help them learn, grow, and bond with you. Benefits of using this book include: ✅ Spark your child's interest and curiosity ✅ Spend less time prepping activities and more time engaging with your child ✅ Create special bonding moments with your child ✅ Help your child love learning and develop a lifelong curiosity What is included in the book? ✅ Over 200 activities with material lists and detailed instructions ✅ 23 themes included - all about me, apples, around the world, bees, bears, birds, body systems, butterflies, construction, cooking, dinosaurs, engineer, family, friendship, gardening, healthy habits, money, opposites, simple machines, scissor skills, sports, spy training, water ✅ 137 low prep activities ✅ A digital download code to print off 71 full-color handouts that correlate to specific activities Make playtime fun again with The Ultimate Preschool Activity Guide! BUY NOW before the price changes so you can provide your preschooler with an enjoyable and educational experience! Other Books Include: Toddler Lesson Plans: Learning Colors, Toddler Lesson Plans: Learning ABCs, The Ultimate Preschool Activity Guide, The Ultimate Kindergarten Prep Guide, Learning Numbers Workbook, Learning ABC's Workbook, Learning Preschool Math Workbook, Learning Kindergarten Math Workbook, Learning 1st Grade Math Workbook, The Ultimate Teach Your Child to Read Activity Book: Prereading, The Ultimate Teach Your Child to Read Activity Book: Beginning Reader, The Ultimate Teach Your Child to Read Activity Book: Developing Reader

Child-centered lesson planning can have a daily positive impact on your time and energy and on the quality of children's learning and engagement - but it takes organization and a toolbox full of strategies and ideas. Whether you are just beginning your career in early childhood education or have many years of experience in the classroom, this book helps you to assess where you are and what you are doing and provides you with tips and resources to inspire creative, developmentally appropriate teaching approaches. In each chapter, you'll find � Real-life examples showing what is possible when teachers work together to enrich and personalize teaching.� Links to early learning guidelines and standards to maximize planning and communicationIdeas for dramatic play themes that relate to daily life, families, cultures, and communities� Strategies to infuse rich vocabulary experiences that scaffold language development, support executive function skills, and strengthen self-regulation� Tips to help you evaluate and adapt spaces and materials to address physical needs� Examples for how to support dual language learners� Ways to integrate family engagement as a strength and asset for development and learningBook Features The following features invite you to dig deeper and apply what you read to your own setting: � Daily teaching scenarios. The illustrated classroom examples show teaching in action and represent a variety of pre-K settings and situations. Here, you will see the principles and strategies presented in practical and useful ways.� Tips for Teaching. This feature details practical skills to maximize your effectiveness in meeting children's learning and social needs. You will find ideas for preparation, observation, materials, vocabulary, supporting learning, encouraging children's choices, and making the most of teaching moments.� Research Connections. Each chapter introduces easy-to-relate research links between children's development and the activities and interactions that will strengthen emerging skills. These take-away anchors will ensure you know the latest information you need.� Individualized Teaching. This section will connect the development of children to their relationships with families, communities, and culture. You will find information about facilitating learning for children who are learning multiple languages.� Balance Points. This feature includes needed behavior supports for self-regulation, strategies to promote executive function, and mediation for stress and trauma.� Ready Resources. Sources for digging deeper are provided for early screening, adaptation for special needs, technical assistance networks, state early guidelines, creative activities, national organizations, and professional development opportunities.� Helpful Hints: Quick tips provide pointers to make lesson planning work for you.� Links to NAEYC Program Accreditation Standards and Assessment Items. This feature anchors curriculum planning, effective teaching, assessment, and family engagement to professional guidelines and high-quality practices.� Sample lesson plans. Examples with explanatory captions and comments show how to plan a schedule, play areas, prop boxes, book lists and themes, and detailed teaching plans with extensions for playful learning with individualized supports.� Chapter reflection questions.Practical applications at the end of each chapter will inspire your growth and may be used for personal or group study.