Infants and Toddlers at Play

Infants and Toddlers at Play
Author: Mary Benson McMullen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2021-12-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781938113741

Think more intentionally about the play materials you choose and offer to preschoolers to enhance their development and learning

This Is Play

This Is Play
Author: Julia Luckenbill
Publisher:
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2019-10-15
Genre: Early childhood education
ISBN: 9781938113536

Connecting theory to practice, this book highlights the importance of play for the social, emotional, and intellectual development of very young children. Combines theoretical and practical information and includes guidance about how to improve interactions with children, select materials for young children to use, and work with families to support children development. Through vignettes, photographs, and narrative text, learn a range of ideas to help infant-toddler teachers become more responsive to children's cues and more intentional in their interactions and play with children.

Playing With Purpose

Playing With Purpose
Author: Emily Cohen, MA, CCC-SLP
Publisher: Tandem Speech Therapy, PLLC
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2018-10-15
Genre: Education
ISBN:

If you are a family or educator with a toddler or young child then you have come to the right place. This book will teach you how to convert play and everyday routines into activities that are both fun AND beneficial for a child’s speech and language development. With little tweaks to your interactions and the everyday routines you are already engaging in, you can increase opportunities for learning and growth for your child. This best part is it’s not a lot of extra work. In the Playing With Purpose book you will learn: The basics of language development Why play is important for a child’s growth in the early years How children learn during play and familiar routines Tips for boosting speech and language skills during play Tips for boosting speech and language skills in everyday activities

Infants and Toddlers at Work

Infants and Toddlers at Work
Author: Ann Lewin-Benham
Publisher: Teachers College Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2023
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0807768782

"For each activity presented, the text examines its relation to the rapid brain growth that characterizes the 0 to 3 years, including major developments in sensory reception, movement, language, cognition, memory, vision, and motivation. Revised and expanded, this edition features many full-color images and new chapters on using electronic technology"--

Loose Parts 2

Loose Parts 2
Author: Miriam Beloglovsky
Publisher: Redleaf Press
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2016-06-20
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1605544655

Loose parts capture children's curiosity, give free reign to their imagination, and encourage creativity. This form of play allows infants to be in control and recognize the power of their bodies and actions. A variety of new and innovative loose parts ideas are paired with beautiful photography to inspire safe loose parts play in your infant and toddler environments. Captivating classroom stories and proven science provide the context for how this style of play supports children's development and learning. This book is perect for Montessori and Reggio-inspired programs and educators.

Babies in the Rain

Babies in the Rain
Author: Jeff A. Johnson
Publisher: Redleaf Press
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2009-06-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1605542008

There are many ways parents and caregivers can help children thrive in their earliest years of life. Babies in the Rain explains the theories behind the best practices for infant and toddler care as well as preferred methods for doing so. In a personable, humorous voice, Jeff A. Johnson shares his own stories about the amazing ways infants and toddlers learn. He offers valuable information on how to spend quality time with young children by building strong emotional environments, nurturing meaningful relationships, and promoting child-centered, age-appropriate learning.

Infants and Toddlers: Curriculum and Teaching

Infants and Toddlers: Curriculum and Teaching
Author: Terri Jo Swim
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2010-01-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780495807865

A well-established reference, INFANTS AND TODDLERS: CURRICULUM AND TEACHING, 7TH EDITION, presents a child-centered approach for the child care provider called conscious care giving. This important and well-rounded approach encourages a sense of empowerment and focuses on the respectful, purposeful, and careful handling of children in any child care setting. Reader friendly, realistic, and easily applicable to real life, the book emphasizes the child's growth and development, helping readers discover how they can best and most effectively influence that development. Overviews of key child care philosophies as they relate to the child, the caregiver, and parent involvement are presented along with case studies and personal perspectives of child care professionals, helping readers translate theory into practice. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Spotlight on Young Children

Spotlight on Young Children
Author: Holly Bohart
Publisher: Spotlight on Young Children
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2015
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781938113147

"The articles in this collection emphasize the importance of play--from infancy through the primary grades, how to support and scaffold children's play, and how to connect play to learning. Also included is a professional development guide with questions and activities"---Publisher's Web site.

You Are My Happy

You Are My Happy
Author: Hoda Kotb
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2019-03-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0062906100

#1 New York Times bestseller! From Hoda Kotb, the Today show co-anchor and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of I’ve Loved You Since Forever, comes a bedtime snuggling book about gratitude for the things in life—both big and small—that bring us happiness. As mama bear and her cub cuddle together before closing their eyes for a good night’s sleep, they reflect on the everyday wonders of life that make them happy. Inspired by her own nighttime routine with her daughter, Haley Joy, Kotb creates another beautiful treasure for parents and children to enjoy together. With charming and lush illustrations from bestselling artist Suzie Mason, this soothing yet playful lullaby explores the simple joy of taking a moment to be grateful. Makes a lovely gift for baby showers, Mother's Day, and more.

Partners in Play

Partners in Play
Author: Gail L. Ensher
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781418030766

A text for students taking courses in Assessment and Early Childhood Special Education, as well as professionals in the field, who work with families and young children, birth to age three.