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In this collection of articles from Young Children and Beyond the Journal, experts discuss the historic roots of the social studies field, explain how quality books can help children understand themselves and others, and provide many examples of teachers and children engaged in meaningful social studies.

This foundational resource for educators of children from birth to third grade explores what observation and assessment are, why to use them, and how; ways to integrate documentation, observation, and assessment into the daily routine; practices that are culturally and linguistically responsive; and more.

Use nature to promote growth across all domains

Children's early science experiences are the foundation for future science learning and comprehension - throughout their school years and life. This collection of articles from NAEYC's journal Young Children showcases how to support children's science explorations from infancy to age 8.

It is important for teachers to incorporate mathematics into the daily curriculum to help ensure young children gain the foundational skills for later success in maths. In this collection of articles, teachers of children from infancy to age 8 will learn how to help children develop, construct, test, and reflect on their mathematical understandings.

Technology has paved the way for new and exciting teaching practices. In this collection of articles, teachers of young children will learn about approaches for using various technologies to support their work with children and families. Articles share innovative ways teachers can integrate technology into the curriculum in appropriate and meaningful ways.

A collection of YC articles that highlights advancing equity and diversity in early childhood education. Tied to the forthcoming position statement on equity and diversity, this collection includes articles focused on self-reflection to recognise implicit bias, strategies to create equitable learning opportunities for all children, and advocacy.

Successful and effective preschool teachers use creative, engaging approaches to support the development and learning of every child in the classroom. The highly relevant and practical articles in this volume offer research-based, developmentally appropriate strategies that preschool teachers can use or adapt for their work with young children and families.

Nurturing Children’s Social and Emotional Learning and Well-Being  Children’s relationships and experiences during their formative years have a far-reaching impact, and early childhood educators play a critical role in fostering the social and emotional competence children need to process and learn from these interactions. Explore how teachers can use the opportunities embedded in their curriculum, practices, and routines to support positive, healthy behaviors in children from birth through age 8.  The revised and updated edition of this volume reflects recent advances in brain science, the field’s heightened recognition of children’s cultural contexts as central components of their social and emotional development, and more. It covers a wide range of timely and timeless topics, including how to    Establish trusting relationships to teach, model, and reinforce positive behaviors Honor each child’s dimensions of diversity and support the development of their individuality and humanity  Engage in social justice projects that increase children’s empathy and sense of agency  Mitigate the effects of trauma in children’s lives Implement strategies that relieve anxiety and teach coping skills   Each article in this collection also includes questions to prompt deeper thinking on the content, highlighting connections to developmentally appropriate practice. Using the guidance in this resource, help children develop the social and emotional skills essential to their future well-being and success.

Meaningful, developmentally appropriateobservationand assessment are core components of every early learning setting. In today'sworld of data collection, high-stakes testing, and accountability, it isvitally important to understand how to effectively assess young children infamiliar settings; use this data to inform the curriculum; and communicate thisinformation with staff, families, and communities.   Carrying on the work of the first volume of Spotlight on Young Children:Observation and Assessment, this book brings togetherall-new articles curated by Hilary Seitz, director for educator and leadershipprograms in the California State University system. Organized into threedistinct parts, the contributions Discuss changing the landscapeof observation and assessment Emphasize the need forassessment to be culturally and linguistically responsive  Showcase a variety ofreasons why educators use observation and assessment, exploring informationabout the foundations and meanings behind them  Highlight different facets of theauthentic assessment process and how to capture thinking and learning moments  Address reflecting on,celebrating, and including all children by identifying their uniquestrengths and needs and using a variety of supporting strategies   Each article in this collection is accompanied by questions toprompt deeper thinking on the content. With this resource, continue to grow yourunderstanding of how observation and assessment can guide your instruction andpromote children's learning.

Preventing and Responding to Challenging Behavior Addressing challenging behavior is a daily concern for early childhood educators. It's estimated that roughly 10 to 14 percent of children from birth to 5 years old demonstrate serious behavioral concerns, resulting in significant impacts to their learning and social interactions. Children engage in challenging behavior for many different reasons; preventing and responding to that behavior begins with understanding why it occurs. This book curates and organizes articles from Young Children and Teaching Young Children thatHelp teachers build trust and connections with childrenHighlight evidence-based positive behavior intervention and support strategiesAim to prevent suspension, expulsion, and other punitive disciplineSupport teachers and families in implementing effective teaching strategies for social and emotional skills children can use instead of challenging behaviorShow how to adapt practices to consider the cultures and contexts of children  Each article in this collection is accompanied by questions to prompt deeper thinking on the content. With this resource, fully see and hear children as you honor and support their well-being, as well as your own.