Working with Young Children, 10th Edition

Working with Young Children introduces students to the exciting and challenging field of early childhood education and care. Students will learn about brain development and its impact on developing children, child development theories and practices, creating safe and inviting learning environments, and preparing engaging learning experiences and activities that promote all aspects of children's development. Students also gain knowledge and skills in dealing with specific concerns related to infants, toddlers, school-age children, and children with diverse needs. The 2024 revision of this text has had critical updates related to brain development, dual language learners, cultural diversity and sensitivity, trauma informed care, health and safety, and more. Special features, such as Early Childhood Insights, Safety First, Health Highlights, Focus on Careers, Ethical Responsibilities, and Workplace Connections have been added to inform students about relevant information in the field.

• This title includes the content students need to pursue the Child Development Associate Credential™ and covers information about licensing rules and regulations, various career paths, safety considerations, curriculum, and classroom management.
• Reinforcement about ethical principles and practices in the early childhood profession by highlighting excerpts from the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment core values and principles of conduct.
• Brand New Video Library showcases authentic experiences of children in the classroom and at play. These videos, alongside reading and provided activities, questions, and discussions related to the video allow instructor to show how children interact with each other and with adults.
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Working with Young Children introduces students to the exciting and challenging field of early childhood education and care. Students will learn about brain development and its impact on developing children, child development theories and practices, creating safe and inviting learning environments, and preparing engaging learning experiences and activities that promote all aspects of children's development. Students also gain knowledge and skills in dealing with specific concerns related to infants, toddlers, school-age children, and children with diverse needs. The 2024 revision of this text has had critical updates related to brain development, dual language learners, cultural diversity and sensitivity, trauma informed care, health and safety, and more. Special features, such as Early Childhood Insights, Safety First, Health Highlights, Focus on Careers, Ethical Responsibilities, and Workplace Connections have been added to inform students about relevant information in the field.
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Table of Contents

1. You: Working with Young Children
2. Types of Early Childhood Programs
3. Child Development Principles and Theories
4. Understanding Children from Birth to Age Two
5. Understanding Two and Three-Year-Olds
6. Understanding Four and Five-Year-Olds
7. Understanding Middle Childhood
8. Preparing the Environment
9. Selecting Toys, Equipment, and Educational Materials
10. Promoting Children's Safety
11. Planning Nutritious Meals and Snacks
12. Guiding Children's Health
13. Developing Guidance Skills
14. Guidance Challenges
15. Establishing Classroom Limits
16. Handling Daily Routines
17. Observing Children: A Tool for Assessment
18. The Curriculum
19. Guiding Art, Block-Building, and Sensory Experiences
20. Guiding Storytelling and Language Experiences
21. Guiding Play and Puppetry Experiences
22. Guiding Manuscript Writing Experiences
23. Guiding Mathematical Experiences
24. Guiding Science and Technology Experiences
25. Guiding Social Studies Experiences
26. Guiding Food and Nutrition Experiences
27. Guiding Music and Movement Experiences
28. Guiding Field Trip Experiences
29. Programs for Infants and Toddlers
30. Programs for School-Age Children
31. Guiding Children with Special Needs
32. Engaging Families
33. Your Career in Early Childhood Education

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Front Matter (PDF, 890.64 KB)

Chapter 3 (PDF, 1.06 MB)

Chapter 14 (PDF, 911.07 KB)

Product Training Video for Canvas (Sample Video - Support Center)

Brochure

View Brochure (PDF, 590.86 KB)

Correlations

FCS National Standards Correlations

FCS National Standards for Education and Early Childhood (PDF, 287.07 KB)

NAEYC Standards

NAEYC Standards for Initial Early Childhood Professional Preparation Programs (PDF, 322.36 KB)

NOCTI Correlations

NOCTI Advanced Education and Training credentials (PDF, 281.49 KB)

NOCTI Education and Training credentials (PDF, 280.33 KB)

Pre-PAC Correlations

Domains and Competencies Early Childhood Education (PDF, 302.97 KB)

South Carolina

Early Childhood Education Introduction Course Code: 5702 (Grades 9–12) (PDF, 149.68 KB)

Texas

CTE: Texas Off-List: Child Guidance (PDF, 236.96 KB)

YouScience® Industry Certifications

YouScience® Industry Certifications Early Childhood Education (PDF, 293.32 KB)

About the Author(s)

Judy Herr, Ed.D. - Judy Herr's intense dedication to early childhood education includes over 40 years of experience in the field. Judy previously supervised and administered seven children's programs at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She also served as the early childhood program director and Associate Dean of the College of Human Development.

Judy has published numerous books, manuals, and articles on early childhood education. Her articles have been printed in such notable journals as Young Children, Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences, early Childhood News, and Texas Child Care Quarterly. Working with Young Children has also been published in Spanish, Chinese, and Arabic.

Judy has been a guest speaker at local, regional, national, and international conferences. She was invited to Pai Chi University in Korea as the Distinguished Invitational International Scholar. She has participated in the prestigious Management Development Program at Harvard University. She is active in professional associations including the National association for the Education of Young Children. Judy has received many awards, including the Shirley Dean Award for Distinguished Service to the Midwestern Association for the Education of Young Children. She was also names a Dahlgren Professor. In 2006, Judy received the Outstanding Teaching Award at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. In 2009, The University of Wisconsin-Stout awarded Judy with the prestigious James Huff Stout Award for outstanding achievement. The award recognized her for being a national and international educator; prominent leader in early childhood education; notable, prolific author; and esteemed researcher.