Partnerships: Families and Communities in Early Childhood

by Lynn Wilson

Partnerships was developed as a resource for students, faculty, and teachers to encourage the development of positive and respectful relationships with families. Over the past few years, a significant shift has taken place in the relationship between families and teachers in both child-care and school environments. Many family members have demanded a more active role in their children's education and have challenged the notion of "teacher as expert". Research supports the benefits to children, teachers, and families when a strong alliance between all parties is formed, and it is from this perspective that this text has been written.

544 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Lynn Wilson is an accomplished professor and published author, specializing in early childhood development. She is the recipient of a National Teaching Excellence Award from the Association of Canadian Community Colleges and is the author of two early childhood education textbooks: Partnerships: Families and Communities in Early Childhood (now in its 7th edition) and Outdoor Playscapes: Breaking New Ground. A Handbook for Grandparents, her third book, blends her academic distinctions and numerous career accomplishments with her own personal experiences and practical knowledge, resulting in a professional yet personable guide for any grandparent looking to make more of the time they have with their grandchildren.

Reviews

[Mairilyn Yera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written and full of resources for anyone interested in the what, why, and how to create lasting and meaningful relationships with families and communities that support children's learning and development in today's Canadian society.

[Talia · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the absolute best ECE textbooks I’ve ever read. It was up to date and full of current books and resources. It was extremely relevant for someone studying ECE in Ontario. I would recommend it as a must for all resource libraries for Early Childhood Educators in Canada!