A look inside pre-K in America and what it will take to give all children the best start in school possible. At the heart of this book are two urgent questions: What do our young children need in the earliest years of school, and how do we ensure that they all get it? Research has proven that early childhood education is crucial for all children to gain the academic and emotional skills they need to succeed later in life. Children who attend quality...

Describes activities to introduce children to aspects of the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields, including through art, dramatic play, movement, music, and literacy.

"Child-centred lesson planning can have a daily positive impact on your time and energy and on the quality of children's learning and engagement - but it takes organization and a toolbox full of strategies and ideas. Whether you are just beginning your career in early childhood education or have many years of experience in the classroom. this book helps you to assess where you are and what you are doing and provides you with tips and resources to...