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Theories of Childhood offers educators and caregivers a concise examination of the core ideas shaping early childhood education. Carol Garhart Mooney distills the theories of five key scholars—John Dewey, Maria Montessori, Erik Erikson, Jean Piaget, and Lev Vygotsky—highlighting how each contributes to effective child care practice. Readers discover Dewey’s emphasis on meaningful curriculum, Montessori’s focus on prepared environments, Erikson’s guidance for nurturing healthy children, Piaget’s insights into children’s thought processes, and Vygotsky’s role of teachers and peers in learning. The book is ideal for undergraduate and community college courses, professional development workshops, or for staff seeking a deeper understanding of the theories that underpin quality early childhood education.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Psychology/Developmental Psychology
Authors: Carol Garhart Mooney
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