(NOTE: Each chapter concludes with a Summary.)

I. THE BASICS OF GOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION.

1. What Makes a Good Program for Children?

2. Working with Families.

3. Fostering Creativity in Play.

II. FOSTERING PHYSICAL WELL-BEING.

4. Handling Daily Routines.

5. Development of the Physical Self.

III. NOURISHING AND MAINTAINING EMOTIONAL HEALTH.

6. Fostering Emotional Health in Young Children.

7. Tender Topics: Helping Children Master Emotional Crisis.

IV. FOSTERING SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.

8. Developing Social Competence in Young Children.

9. Fostering Self-Discipline and Conflict Resolution Skills.

V. INCLUDING EVERYONE.

10. Providing Cross-Cultural, Non-Sexist Education.

11. Welcoming Children Who Have Special Educational Requirements Into the Life of the School.

VI. DEVELOPING COMMUNICATION SKILLS.

12. Fostering the Development of Language Skills.

13. Fostering the Emergence of Literacy.

VII. FOSTERING COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT.

14. Fostering Self-Expression and Creative Thinking: Using the Emergent Approach.

15. Developing Thinking and Reasoning Skills: Using the Conventional Approach.

Appendix A. Chart of Normal Development

Appendix B. Tips for Success in the First Few Weeks of Teaching

Appendix C. Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Committment

Appendix D. Journals and Newletters Associated with Early Childhood

Appendix E. Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule

Appendix F. Summary of Communicable Diseases

Appendix G. 10 Quick Ways to Analyze Children's Books for Racism and Sexism

Appendix H. Activities to Develop Auditory Discrimination

Appendix I. A Beginning List of Homemade, Free, and Recyclable Materials

References.

Index.