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Why do some children succeed while others fail? The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about intelligence: success comes to those who score highest on tests, from preschool admissions to SATs. But in this book the author argues that the qualities that matter most have more to do with character: skills like perseverance, curiosity, conscientiousness, optimism, and self-control. The book introduces us to a new generation...
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This groundbreaking manifesto focuses on the critical school years when parents must learn to allow their children to experience the disappointment and frustration that occur from life's inevitable problems so that they can grow up to be successful, resilient, and self-reliant adults. Modern parenting is defined by an unprecedented level of overprotectiveness: parents who rush to school at the whim of a phone call to deliver forgotten assignments,...
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From Cradle to Classroom: A Guide to Special Education for Young Children is a book written for regular and special education teachers, school administrators, school psychologists, related educational personnel, day care providers, parents, graduate students, and policy makers who work on behalf of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers to ensure they are ready for formal education when they reach age 5. It reflects a keen understanding that early interventions...
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Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"For decades early childhood educators in high-quality programs have understood that the transition into reading and writing occurs naturally when young children are surrounded by opportunities to interact with print in ways that are meaningful to them"--
7) Cultivating the genius of black children: strategies to close the achievement gap in the early years
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Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2016.
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English
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"There has been much attention given to the achievement gap between white and minority students, especially African American children. Through research and years of experience, the author breaks down the cultural influences on children's learning styles and provides a practical approach to helping black children thrive in the classroom. For black children, which Sullivan defines as those of African descent, there is a disconnect between learning preferences...
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Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
2019.
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English
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"This book focuses on the many reasons why early childhood professionals can suffer from low staff morale and burnout. Content includes ways to motivate and inspire yourself and others to view their work in a way that is healthy, is intentional, and creates a high-quality early childhood environment"--
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Praeger
Pub. Date
2012, c2011
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English
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"Why does the city of Reggio Emilia in northern Italy feature one of the best public systems of early education in the world? This book documents the comprehensive and innovative approach that utilizes the "hundred languages of children" to support their well-being and foster their intellectual development"--Provided by publisher.
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Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2016.
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English
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The Raising of America Series is a five-part documentary series that explores the question: Why are so many children in America faring so poorly? What are the consequences for the nation's future? How might we, as a nation, do better? The series investigates these questions through different lenses: What does science tell us about the enduring importance of early life experiences on the brain and body? What it is like to be a parent today? And what...
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Neal-Schuman, an imprint of the American Library Association
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©2015.
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English
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"Lapsit" has become identified with public library programs and services aimed at serving very young children, younger than 24 months of age, and their adult caregivers of providers. Ernst provides tips to encourage and actively engage program participants.
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Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House
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©2017.
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English
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"An eye-opening look inside pre-K in America and what it will take to give all children the best start in school possible. At the heart of this groundbreaking book are two urgent questions: What do our young children need in the earliest years of school, and how do we ensure that they all get it? Cutting-edge research has proven that early childhood education is crucial for all children to gain the academic and emotional skills they need to succeed...
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NAEYC volume 1143
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National Association for the Education of Young Children
Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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"Become a skilled anti-bias teacher with this eagerly awaited successor to the influential Anti-Bias Curriculum! This volume offers practical guidance on confronting and eliminating barriers of prejudice, misinformation, and bias and provides tips for helping staff and children respect each other, themselves, and all people. Individual chapters focus on culture and language, racial identity, family structures, gender identity, economic class, different...
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