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Book SynopsisAbout our authors
George S. Morrison is Professor Emeritus of early childhood education at the University of North Texas where he taught early childhood education and development to undergraduates and mentored masters and doctoral students. He is an experienced teacher and principal in the public schools. Professor Morrison's accomplishments include a Distinguished Academic Service Award from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Outstanding Service and Teaching Awards from Florida International University, and the College of Education Faculty Teaching Excellence Award at the University of North Texas. His books include Early Childhood Education Today, 14th Edition; Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 9th Edition and Teaching in America, 5th Edition. Professor Morrison has also written books about the education and development of infants, and preschoolers; child development and parent/family/community involvement. Dr. Morrison's research is on th
Table of Contents
Brief Contents
- You and Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Education Today
- History and Theories
- Implementing Early Childhood Programs
- Teaching with Standards
- Observing and Assessing Young Children
- Infants and Toddlers
- The Preschool Years
- Kindergarten Today
- The Early Elementary Grades: One Through Three
- Educating Children with Diverse Backgrounds and Special Needs
- Guiding Children’s Behavior
- Parents, Families, and the Community
Appendix A: Time Line of the History of Early Childhood Education