School-Age Child Care: An Action Manual for the 90s and Beyond--Second Edition [Paperback]

Michelle Seligson (Author), Michael Allenson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 30, 1993 | ISBN-10: 0865690251 | ISBN-13: 978-0865690257 | Edition: 2

Families need child care more in the 1990s than ever before. Those hours surrounding school time are particularly troublesome for working parents. In this new edition of a pioneering work, Seligson and Allenson explore the challenges which child care providers will encounter as the 21st century approaches. The authors skillfully balance a practical business operations text with an investigation into the meaning of social obligation. The central theme of partnership in offering care underscores each of the 12 chapters. These general planning elements form guidelines designing and managing a caring program for children aged 5-12. Topics covered include administration, curriculum, legal issues, budgeting, and assessment. Careful consideration is given to an outline for human resources development. The authors take an in-depth look at the day-to-day operation of a center--detailing concerns from behavioral and medical to scheduling and transportation. The concept of a child care professionalism which reflects respect, partnership, and caring, is sustained throughout this practical manual. An important contribution to the research and practice of child care, this volume draws providers and practitioners together in a process of self-reflection in order to effectively respond to the needs of today's--and tomorrow's--families.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“About the previous edition: "The book could survive on its subtitle--An Action Manual--alone: Although the authors deal specifically with starting and running a center, their advice, explanations, and models apply to most school program-building situations, from starting a fund-raising plan to establishing an alternative school.”–The American School Board Journal

About the Author

MICHELLE SELIGSON is Director of the School Age Child Care Project at Wellesley College's Center for Research on Women.

MICHAEL ALLENSON is an independent writer and educator.

Product Details

• Paperback: 313 pages
• Publisher: Auburn House Paperback; 2 edition (April 30, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0865690251
• ISBN-13: 978-0865690257
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #344,456 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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