Designs for living and learning : transforming early childhood environments

Curtis, Deb. (Author). Carter, Margie, 1942- (Added Author).

Summary: "Drawing inspiration from a variety of approaches, from Waldorf to Montessori to Reggio to Greenman, Prescott, and Olds, Designs for Living and Learning outlines hundreds of ways to create healthy and inviting physical, social, and emotional environments for children in child care. You'll find a multitude of simple and practical ideas for creative indoor and outdoor spaces and materials. Hundreds of full-color photographs of real early childhood settings -- infants through schoolagers -- demonstrate that the spaces children learn and grow in can be comfortable for children, teachers, and parents alike. Book jacket."--Jacket.

Record details

ISBN: 1929610297
ISBN: 9781929610297
ISBN: 2901929610296
Physical Description: print
ix, 227 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
Publisher: St. Paul, MN : Redleaf Press, ©2003.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references.
Filmography: page 213.

Formatted Contents Note:

Laying a foundation for living and learning -- Creating connections and a sense of belonging -- Keeping space flexible and materials open-ended -- Designing natural environments that engage our senses -- Provoking wonder, curiosity, and intellectual engagement -- Engaging children in symbolic representation, literacy, and the visual arts -- Enhancing children's use of the environment -- Facing barriers and negotiating change.