The Child in the Family and the Community (3rd Edition) [Paperback]

Janet Gonzalez-Mena (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 29, 2001 | ISBN-10: 013092251X | ISBN-13: 978-0130922519 | Edition: 3

Recognizing that socialization is one of the most important aspects of child development, this lively and engaging book examines socialization issues of young children during child rearing, in child care facilities, and in the early education system within a developmental context. Child development as it relates to a child's first eight years, to a healthy family, and to a multicultural community is presented to readers through personal stories, vignettes, pictures, and a wealth of examples. For anyone with a personal or professional interest in early childhood development and education.

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From the Publisher

For future early childhood teachers and caregivers, this new text examines the process of socialization in young children as it happens during child rearing, at child care facilities, and in the early education system. It does so in an inviting, conversationally-written way that really gets students excited about participating in this important process! Distinctive is its timeliness, style, and breadth of topics. While firmly anchored in Piagetian and Eriksonian theory, the text presents material in layman's terms, with a wealth of examples that help students relate what they're learning to what they see in life. Topics reflect the full spectrum of early childhood concerns, providing a broad-based foundation for understanding the complexities of the socialization every child experiences. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Recognizing that socialization is one of the most important aspects of child development, this lively and engaging book examines socialization issues of young children during child rearing, in child care facilities, and in the early education system within a developmental context. Child development as it relates to a child's first eight years, to a healthy family, and to a multicultural community is presented to readers through personal stories, vignettes, pictures, and a wealth of examples. For anyone with a personal or professional interest in early childhood development and education.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 330 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 3 edition (May 29, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 013092251X
• ISBN-13: 978-0130922519
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #466,576 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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