Product Description

Upon completion of study with Beginnings & Beyond, students will have an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of early childhood education—from its history to present issues and future trends. They will appreciate the emphasis on multiculturalism and NAEYC’s developmentally appropriate practice. This approach promotes a "both/and" viewpoint, maintaining that there is more than one correct way to care for and educate young children. The text focuses on this viewpoint in discussions of early literacy, spiritual development, discipline, diversity and anti-bias strategies and family relationships. Beginnings & Beyond also stresses the importance of maintaining an awareness of each child’s needs and interests by featuring such concepts as multiple intelligence, ecological theory and NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct. The use of a variety of sidebars, chapter activities, integrated technology and other extras enhance the student’s interest in and retention of the material.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #213022 in Books
• Published on: 2003-07-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 704 pages

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

About the Author
Ann Gordon has been in the field of early childhood for more than 40 years, and for 10 of those years she served as an adjunct professor at four different colleges. Ann served as an Executive Director of the National Association of Episcopal Schools for 14 years, where more than 1,100 early childhood programs were a part of her network. Currently, she is consulting in the areas of early childhood curriculum governance and professional development.

Customer Reviews

A wonderful resource for parents and educators
I purchased the book for a child development class. I use it constantly for evaluating program, activities and observations of children for educational purposes. It's a great reference.

Reader, University Student and Early Childhood Educator
A great book! Is very helpful for create a developmentally appropriate enviroment in early childhood classroom. The information is very easy to understand and apply in real world.

Still the Best
Beginnings and Beyond is still the best Early Childhood Education text out there.