The Whole Child: Developmental Education for the Early Years

By Joanne Hendrick, Patricia Weissman, Weissman, et al.

Book Overview

This book continues a tradition of offering future teachers of children ages 2 to 5 a complete, developmental approach to early childhood education...giving them the specific skills they need to function effectively with the children in their care. This popular book is unique in that it combines a practical, realistic approach with a firm foundation in pertinent research topics. Rather than stressing such curriculum topics as art or science, this book focusses on the whole child and what he/she needs from the learning environment in order to thrive. It pictures the child as being made up of selves - emotional, social, physical, creative, and cognitive...examines each of those selves in turn...and recommends methods and materials for enhancing growth in each area. Includes a new chapter on the emergent approach to fostering cognitive skills.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0023531509
• ISBN13: 9780023531507
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Merrill Pub Co
• Length: 688 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 1.3" x 7.8"

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I received the item promptly, before any readings were assigned in my class. It is in good condition and a great book. Easy to read and helpful for educators.