Early Childhood Curriculum: Developmental Bases for Learning and Teaching

by Sue Clark Wortham

This text is appropriate for Early Childhood Curriculum. Courses in Early Childhood Departments, Elementary Education Departments and Departments of Child and Family Studies.Using a thematic-integrated approach, this book addresses the need for present and future teachers to understand the benefits of developmentally appropriate curriculums and the role of the child's development in the curriculum. This practical text combines theory with practice by providing concrete examples of how to plan meaningful activity for children from infancy through age eight, in child care, pre school, and primary school settings. Current trends and issues are discussed throughout the text to keep students abreast of the latest thinking in early childhood curriculum development.

505 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Karla · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not the best textbook
Not a mention of quality curricula which is grounded in literature over creating your own
As a young student this would be overwhelming
The role of the teacher and the role the environment has is limited

I appreciated the connections with theorists in ways which were easily understood

There are 8 literacy goals compared with the ten essential literacy practices Michigan now promotes.

There are better resources available
This one isn’t recommended