Teaching Young Children: An Introduction (6th Edition)

• Author: Michael Henniger
• Edition: 6th
• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: January 5, 2017
• ISBN-10: 0134569997
• ISBN-13: 978-0134569994

Teaching Young Children: An Introduction provides pre-service early childhood educators with a balanced and accessible foundation for their professional journey. This comprehensive resource focuses on the essential elements of teaching and caring for children by identifying five core pillars: child development, play, guidance, working with families, and diversity. Each of these critical areas is addressed in depth, ensuring that educators understand how to integrate these concepts into their daily practice.

The text includes a rigorous overview of curriculum planning, preparation, and delivery, structured around six specific curriculum areas. Author Michael Henniger emphasizes the vital role of play and the need to nurture a child’s natural affinity for learning through exploration and experimentation. Furthermore, the book provides a well-rounded perspective on quality early education by covering the importance of the outdoor environment and the evolving role of technology in the classroom. Featuring illustrative vignettes and practical examples of developmentally appropriate strategies, this edition serves as a functional tool for future teachers to translate theory into successful classroom instruction.