Synopses & Reviews
Caring for School Age Children, 5e is a strongly based on research, and practical information that can be put to use immediately in a child care setting. Emphasis is placed on providing the most pertinent information needed by all those involved in caring for school-age children. Guidelines for program planning and creating an environment that leads to a solid curriculum backed by theoretical information and activities to utilize that knowledge are included. The importance of literacy is stressed throughout, and readers are shown the positive effect of imagination and the arts on cognitive development. Information on how to incorporate the No Child Left Behind is also included.
Review
"Excellent textbook that puts school-age child care in the forefront! The greatest strengths of this book in it's entirety is it's usefulness beyond class time. This textbook can be referred to as a resource book because it has wonderful constructivist lesson plans throughout each subject area that can be applied to daily classroom use. Easy to read and comprehend, written at a perfect level of rigor for my students. Before and After School teachers are important and they need to have a good attitude. This text can change that attitude."
Review
"The style of writing is perfect for freshman and sophomore students. The book is organized in a way that makes it easy to navigate. The authors know their subject matter and the text information will help students understand DAP, the importance of letting children have a say in how their program operates, and how a school age program is very different from school. These are the reasons why I would highly recommend this text. Students want to keep this book because it is useful after the completion of the class."
Synopsis
CARING FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN, 6th Edition, presents the most pertinent information needed by those involved in after-school programs. Current research has established the importance of quality after-school programs due to their tremendous impact on children's academic achievement, overall happiness, and self-esteem. To address this reality, the new edition presents the latest research and information on school-age child care, and offers numerous practical applications and activities that can be put to use immediately in a child care setting.
About the Author
Phyllis Click obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of California at Berkeley in psychology and child development. Throughout a long career, her interest in providing the best possible environment for young children led her to work in a variety of settings, from preschools to summer camps for older children as well as programs for children with special needs. For several years she developed and taught in a preschool for children diagnosed with autism. Later, she began working with adults, teaching college students, administering grant programs, and designing a curriculum for a private college for prospective teachers. She is currently an instructor at Moorpark College, Moorpark, California, and has published extensively. She has participated in research studies that are written up in anthologies. She belongs to the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the California School-Age Consortium, and the Association for Childhood Education International. Jennifer Parker is currently a professor of Early Childhood Education Studies at Moorpark College, Moorpark, California. She recently was instrumental in adding a school-age component to the child development degree program. Her classes include students with diverse backgrounds and experience, ranging from entry level to those who are currently teaching in early childhood programs. She received her Master's Degree from California State University, Northridge, and has had extensive experience working with children, families, and adults. She founded a parent-support program for infants and toddlers in a developmentally appropriate environment and has been a lead kindergarten teacher in an on-campus demonstration school. She is currently a member of an evaluation team using the School Age Environmental Rating Scale to evaluate a multi-site before-and-after school child care program.
Table of Contents
'\'?I thought that the chapter on Literacy was a great addition. Conducting daily literacy activities in child care programs has been a recent change that is now spelled out in the licensing rules in our state. I really liked the idea of having the children write out their Daily Play Plans. It not only makes them responsible for their own learning but has them documenting their thoughts as well. I also appreciated the Diary Journaling.? Diane Flynn-Hahn, Professor/Program Director, Child and Family Services Department, Schoolcraft College, Michigan?The guidelines for the use of technology is well set out and provides guidelines to help the staff make developmentally appropriate choices and understand the challenges of using technology in a program.? - Susan M Baxter, Childhood Education Instructor, El Camino Community College, California?I believe that the topics and materials are very relative and up to date in the area of School-Age Programs and caring for this particular age group. Again, the incorporation of the chapter on Literacy is very timely and reflects current trends within the Early Childhood Education Departments as they attempt to obtain accreditation.? - Patricia Weaver, M.Ed., Fayetteville Technical Community College, North Carolina\\n
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