Includes bibliographical references (p. 289-300) and index.

Welcome to the field of early childhood education -- Historical overview: people and beliefs that shaped the field -- Professionalism in early childhood education: framing best practices -- Constructivist learning: building knowledge from within -- Multiple intelligences theory: applications in the early childhood classroom -- Models and approaches -- The height / scope foundation: planning, implementing, and reviewing best practices -- The project approach: active inquiry in early childhood -- The schools of Reggio Emilia: a child's world -- Montessori education: environment, materials, and methods -- Waldorf education: harmony and the whole child.

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