Learning Together with Young Children A Curriculum Framework for Reflective Teachers

• Main Authors: Curtis, Deb (Author), Carter, Margie 1942- (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: St Paul, MN, United States Redleaf Press 2017
• Edition: Second Edition
• Subjects: Early childhood education > Curricula > United States.; Early childhood education > Activity programs > United States.; Reflective teaching > United States.
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• Physical Description: x, 330 pages illustrations 28 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781605545226

Offering an alternative approach to standardization and data-driven mandates, this book puts children at the center of planning your curriculum. Rather than a prescriptive curriculum, by using The Thinking Lens® protocol, teachers can translate educational theories into concrete ideas for working with children and families. Learn to create a welcoming classroom culture, develop routines for self-regulation, and use Learning Stories to enhance experiences for the children in your care. This book has been updated to examine how to work with mandated curriculum, rating scales, and assessment tools, while practicing reflective teaching. Margie Carter holds a MA from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as a preschool, kindergarten, and primary school teacher, curriculum developer, High/Scope trainer, child care director, and college instructor. Deb Curtis holds a MA in human development from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as an infant/toddler caregiver, preschool and school age child care teacher, CDA trainer, Head Start education coordinator, college instructor, and assistant director of a child care program. Carter and Curtis have published six books together, including Designs for Living and Learning and The Art of Awareness