A warm and comprehensive child-centered approach to early childhood education Who Am I in the Lives of Children? An Introduction to Early Childhood Education reflects a practical, constructivist approach to early childhood education (birth to grade 3) and care programs that is dedicated to the development of the whole child-physical, social, emotional, and intellectual. With its highly readable personal voice, appealing photographs, authentic children's classroom work, and engaging stories, it allows readers to visualize effective classroom practices that speak to each child's strengths, interests, and challenges. This understanding-coupled with contemporary, research-based information-inspires readers to support each child's growth and learning in ways that are in harmony with who they are, rather than according to a predetermined plan. The 11th Edition of Who Am I in the Lives of Children? is also available via Revel (TM), an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience.

Investigate what it means to be an early childhood professional and acquire the knowledge, skills and traits exemplary early childhood educators possess Written for those entering the field or striving to grow within the profession, early child care authority and author, Dr. Stephanie Feeney helps readers understand the nature of the profession, what it means to behave in a professional way, and where they stand in their own professional journey. She devotes chapters to moral and technical competence and explains what the terms "profession" and "professional" mean. Complete with self-assessments and first-hand accounts, Dr. Feeney guides readers in understanding what it means to be an educator who embodies the highest standards of professionalism in their work with children, families and colleagues. Take a look inside...

• Explores the topic of professionalism--examines what constitutes a profession, the professional status of ECE and issues related to professionalism in ECE.
• Discusses what professionalism looks like in the early childhood field (Chapter 4)--includes discussion of the knowledge and skills, or what those who work with young children should know and be able to do.
• Addresses professional behavior (chapter 5)--features discussion of professional conduct, doing what is right, including ethical behavior
• Showcases exemplars in the field and provide guidance to aspiring early childhood professionals (chapter 6)--draws on the experiences of outstanding early childhood educators and illustrates ways to best serve young children.
• Includes reflection questions and self-assessments--helps readers examine their own practice and work toward a higher level of professionalism.

This book, first published in 1992, provides an overview of programs for young children in countries and territories of the Pacific Rim. It focuses on programs which precede the beginning of formal schooling and that are part of the institutional structure of the country. The term early childhood education is used in a broad sense, and refers to education and care. The contributors to this volume have extensive knowledge and experience of early education in the countries that they write about.

This book, first published in 1992, provides an overview of programs for young children in countries and territories of the Pacific Rim. It focuses on programs which precede the beginning of formal schooling and that are part of the institutional structure of the country. The term early childhood education is used in a broad sense, and refers to education and care. The contributors to this volume have extensive knowledge and experience of early education in the countries that they write about.

This updated third edition of the bestselling Ethics and the Early Childhood Educator seeks to inform and guide those who work with children and families through the tough decisions they must confront. Feeney and Freeman provide new, well-chosen examples and questions that not only clarify key points about ethical conduct and decision-making but also stimulate reflection and discussion on critical issues confronting early childhood educators.

Explores the natural wonders, people, and customs of Hawaii, in photographs grouped by color. A section in the back of the book provides additional information.