Introduction to early childhood education : preschool through primary grades / Jo Ann Brewer.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 523-544) and index.

1. Young children growing, thinking, and learning -- 2. Designing schools for young children -- 3. Creating an environment for learning -- 4. Planning learning activities -- 5. Play : learning at its best -- 6. Guiding behavior -- 7. Assessment and reporting -- 8. Working with parents and paraprofessionals -- 9. Celebrating the magic of language -- 10. Developing literacy -- 11. Manipulation and discovery through mathematics -- 12. Manipulation and discovery through science -- 13. Encouraging the creative arts -- 14. Living together : the social studies -- 15. Promoting wellness : physical education and health, nutrition, and safety education.