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Cordus, Joyce; van Oudenhoven, Nico – 1997
Since 1995, UNESCO and the Averroes Foundation have collaborated to develop early childhood education programs. This report describes Averroes intervention programs currently used in the Netherlands with young at-risk children. Following a Foreword which describes various UNESCO early childhood activities, the report is divided into six parts.…
Descriptors: Action Research, At Risk Persons, Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Rearing
Barry, Virginia M., Ed.; Cantor, Patricia, Ed. – Focus on Infants and Toddlers, 2000
These four quarterly newsletter issues address various topics of interest to child caregivers. Each issue focuses on a theme and includes articles on that theme, along with regular news or vice president's columns. The Fall 1999 issue addresses family play and seeks to encourage families to regard play as a way of relaxing and finding contentment…
Descriptors: Brain, Caregiver Child Relationship, Caregiver Role, Child Caregivers
Wilcox, M. Jeanne; Norman-Murch, Trudi; Oberstein, Jill S.; Volkmann, Melody A.; Wagner, Deanna K.; Musselwhite, Caroline Ramsey; Malena, Edye – 1999
Designed for early childhood educators working with children who have a wide variety of disabilities, this manual discusses the ways in which assistive technology can facilitate the child's active participation in developmentally appropriate activities and offers ideas for incorporating devices and strategies into daily school and home routines.…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Classroom Techniques
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Suess, G. J.; And Others – International Journal of Behavioral Development, 1992
Children who had been classified at 12 and 18 months of age according to their attachment to mother and father were observed in play groups and given a social perception test at 5 years. Findings suggest that infant-mother attachment is a more powerful predictor of social competence in preschool than is father attachment or combined mother and…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Attachment Behavior, Behavior Problems, Conflict Resolution
Kentucky State Dept. of Education, Frankfort. – 1991
This technical assistance paper provides preschool planners and staff with information on developmental characteristics of preschool children relevant to planning and providing a quality preschool program. Following a case scenario underscoring the need for understanding child development, a theoretical framework concerning child development is…
Descriptors: Child Behavior, Child Development, Community Influence, Cultural Influences
Robinson, Eugena L. – 1991
The primary goal of this practicum was to improve the mathematical thinking skills of preschool students in a class of 30. The practicum was also intended to help the teacher improve her skills as organizer and facilitator. Additional objectives were that: (1) students would score at least 50 percent on teacher-made tasks; (2) there would be no…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Foreign Countries, Inservice Teacher Education, Mathematics Instruction
Dombro, Amy Laura; Colker, Laura J.; Dodge, Diane Trister – 2000
Stemming from the core idea that infant and toddler care should be based on building relationships, this curriculum in Spanish-language version provides a foundation for staff development. Section 1, "Why a Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers?" examines key quality indicators, discusses curriculum components, describes how to use the…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Development, Child Health
Maffei, Anthony C.; Hauck, Teresa M. – 1992
Noting that the preschool years play a crucial role in cognitive development, this book offers Piagetian-based educational activities for parents or teachers and preschool children that can be integrated into daily routines in a variety of everyday settings. The book is divided into two parts, the first describing cognitive development from a…
Descriptors: Caregiver Child Relationship, Cognitive Development, Creativity, Day Care
Fender, Molly C. – 1996
This qualitative and quantitative study focused on two groups of preschoolers (ages 4-6) enrolled in rural special education classes. The study specifically examined children's planful behaviors and the relationship of planfulness to learning as exhibited through play. Also examined were children's planning levels when planning was explicitly…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Developmental Stages, Disabilities, Early Intervention
Lewis, Marie – 1991
In a study of gender equity issues in early childhood services, questionnaires were sent to staff and parents associated with five early childhood services in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Data were also obtained from observations of interactions between 3- to 5-year-olds and regular staff in the services. Other areas examined in the study…
Descriptors: Day Care Centers, Equal Education, Foreign Countries, Parent Attitudes
Graves, Michelle – 2002
As preschoolers develop the ability to carry out their ideas and play alone and with others, they are developing the foundation for social competence. This booklet and a companion videotape help teachers and parents recognize and support nine High/Scope key experiences in initiative and social relations: (1) making and expressing choices, plans,…
Descriptors: Adult Child Relationship, Classroom Techniques, Conflict, Cooperation
Fair, Estella G.; Clay, Connie – 1999
This report discusses the activities and outcomes of Project Coach Outreach, a project to encourage the use of best practices in early intervention for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with disabilities and to increase family-centered service options in Mississippi. Specifically, the project focused on the use of natural environments to include…
Descriptors: Community Programs, Consultation Programs, Day Care Centers, Delivery Systems
Dombro, Amy Laura; And Others – 1997
Stemming from the core idea that infant and toddler care should be based on building relationships, this curriculum provides a foundation for staff development. Section 1, "Why a Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers?" examines key quality indicators; discusses curriculum components; describes how to use it to make decisions throughout a…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Development, Child Health
Abraham, Marie, Ed.; Wald, Penny, Ed. – Inclusion Forum, 1993
These two newsletters focus on two issues concerning full inclusion for young children with disabilities: the debate over developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) in inclusive preschool classrooms, and optimal classroom environments for inclusive early childhood settings. The first newsletter includes: a review of three articles addressing DAP;…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Classroom Environment, Community Programs, Day Care Centers
Grosse, Susan J., Ed.; Thompson, Donna, Ed. – 1993
This book contains practical information that reflects new developments in sports participation for individuals with disabilities. The focus is on meeting the challenges of the outdoor environment, learning through appropriate and safe play, and keeping fit through active leisure. Specifics include practical aspects of camping and outdoor…
Descriptors: Aerobics, Aquatic Sports, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Athletics
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