Introduction to Early Childhood Education, 8th Edition

Introduction to Early Childhood Education provides current and future educators with a highly readable, comprehensive overview of the field. The underlying philosophy of the book is that early childhood educators’ most important task is to provide a program that is sensitive to and supports the development of young children. Authors Eva L. Essa and Melissa M. Burnham provide valuable insight by strategically dividing the book into six sections that answer the “What, Who, Why, Where, and How” of early childhood education.

Utilizing both NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practice) standards, this supportive text provides students with the skills, theories, and best practices needed to succeed and thrive as early childhood educators. The 8th edition continues to bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering a foundational understanding of the professional landscape of early childhood teaching.

Product Details

• Title: Introduction to Early Childhood Education Interactive Edition
• Author: Eva L. Essa, Melissa M. Burnham
• Edition: 8th Edition
• Language: English
• Publication Date: February 21, 2019
• ISBN-10: 1544338759
• ISBN-13: 978-1544338750