Synopses & Reviews
Written in a conversational style, yet solidly grounded in child development theory and research, Guidance of Young Children, 9/e focuses on positive and developmentally appropriate child guidance, while encouraging reflection, opportunities for applying knowledge, and the ability to make intentional and wise child guidance decisions. Based on the author’s belief that adults need to have realistic expectations of children, the book emphasizes understanding young children’s development, using a developmentally appropriate approach to guidance, and thinking critically in making wise guidance decisions.
This superior teaching and learning package provides:
- A variety of chances to see the concepts in action through examples and vignettes.
- Ample opportunities for concept reinforcement and practice.
- NEW! Updated research throughout and new content and features designed to make the teaching and learning processes even more effective, efficient, and enjoyable, including:
- NEW focus on culture
- NEW videos embedded at key points in each chapter of the eText
- NEW NAEYC Standards and key elements of the standards are linked to each chapter
- NEW Questions for reflection at key points in chapters
- NEW Glossary of major terms
Table of Contents
Part I Guiding Young Children: Three Essential Elements
Chapter 1 A Teacher’s Role in Guiding Children Chapter 2 Theoretical Foundations of Child Guidance
Chapter 3 Understand Child Development: A Key to Guiding Children Effectively
Part II “Direct” and “Indirect” Child Guidance Chapter 4 Supportive Physical Environments: Indirect Guidance Chapter 5 Positive Guidance and Discipline Strategies: Direct Guidance
Chapter 6 Using Observation in Guiding Children
Part III Special Topics in Child Guidance Chapter 7 Self-Esteem and the Moral Identity Chapter 8 Feelings and Friends: Emotional and Social Competence
Chapter 9 Resilience and Stress in Childhood
Chapter 10 Aggression and Bullying in Young Children
Chapter 11 Minimizing Challenging Behavior
Part IV Apply Your Knowledge of Child Guidance Chapter 12 Apply Your Knowledge: Guiding Children during Routines and Transitions Chapter 13 Apply Your Knowledge: Use the Decision-Making Model of Child Guidance
Appendix Review: Major Positive Discipline Strategies
References
Author Index Subject Index