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Management of Child Development Centers (4th Edition) [Paperback]

Verna Hildebrand (Author), Patricia F. Hearron (Author)
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August 28, 1996 0132386356 978-0132386357 4
For courses in Preschool/Child Care Center Administration. Designed to prepare students to manage high-quality early childhood programs that enhance the development of young children, this text provides comprehensive treatment of the special mix of child development and childcare management principles, skills, knowledge, and attitudes that will ensure success. Contemporary in perspective, it addresses all principles and skills that early childhood program managers need to provide services that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and sensitive to a variety of family needs. Center accreditation is highlighted throughout as is parental involvement in each child's education and care.


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Designed to prepare students to manage high-quality early childhood programs that enhance the development of young children, this text provides comprehensive treatment of the special mix of child development and childcare management principles, skills, knowledge, and attitudes that will ensure success. Contemporary in perspective, it addresses all principles and skills that early childhood program managers need to provide services that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and sensitive to a variety of family needs. Center accreditation is highlighted throughout as is parental involvement in each child's education and care.

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In this new edition, emphasis is given to dealing with children with special needs and those from diverse backgrounds. With a focus on daycare and preschool programs, the new edition provides a comprehensive and practical overview of how to manage a childcare center. This book is concerned primarily with the skills needed to run a child care center; planning a curriculum for instruction is not discussed. For anyone interested in the child development field.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 436 pages
  • Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (August 28, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0132386356
  • ISBN-13: 978-0132386357
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.6 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,547,337 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Management of Child Development Centers (6th Edition), September 13, 2009
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This is very good book with full of information and guidelines to know before starting your own Child Development Center. Excellent value for the price. Product was delivered on time as promised in very good condition. The whole process went smooth and no headaches.
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2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful book!, October 22, 2003
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The child care industry sometimes forgets that children are people first. This book reminds us to respect children and those who care for them. It should be used for anyone working in or directing a child care center.
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4.0 out of 5 stars book, February 18, 2009
The book was suppose to be new but it was a little worn and had a scratch on the front.
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