Beginnings and Beyond: Foundations in Early Childhood Education

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 704 pages
• Published by: CENGAGE Delmar Learning
• Edition: 6th Edition July 30, 2003
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0766863158
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0766863156
• Book Dimensions: 11.7 x 8.2 x 1.4 inches
• Weighs: 4 pounds

Product Review
“Main strengths of this project: topic on effective teaching for the twenty-first century, portfolio field experience activities provide authentic experiences in the field, and action research provides a vehicle for utilizing the best methods in the classroom.” - Audrey Beard, Ed.D., Albany State University, Albany GA

Product Description
Current and prospective teachers and caregivers will greatly value Beginnings & Beyond for its well-organized and dynamic approach to teaching the basics of early childhood education and the skills necessary to succeed in meeting the requirements of young children. This edition promotes a “both/and” viewpoint, supporting the premise that there is more than one correct way to care for educate and young children. Discussions of early literacy, spiritual development, discipline, diversity and anti-bias strategies and family relationships are all presented from the “both/and” viewpoint. The book successfully uses a host of techniques for illustrating the concepts presented, such as guest editorials, focus boxes, footnotes and related Web sites. The readers’ knowledge of this topic will be broad thanks to a multicultural approach with emphasis on NAEYC’s developmentally appropriate practice. The book uses a host of techniques for illustrating the material and offers integrated technology for further exploration of the topic.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Beginnings and Beyond (Hardcover) Finally, a book that offers sensible and realistic approaches to child development which departs from "mythical" ideas of past and archaic culture. Luckily, this volume isn't afraid to address the homogenous fallacies that have plagued our society and discusses significantly the exploration of truly modern theories embraced around the world. People of all walks of life, education, and backgrounds will rejoice in an important concept that this book teaches: genuinely nurturing children as opposed to treating them like pets. Comment | | (Report this)