Designs for Living and Learning: Transforming Early Childhood Environments
by Curtis, Debbie; Carter, MargieEdition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2003-08-01
Publisher(s): Consortium Book Sales & Dist
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Summary
Full-color photographs of actual early childhood programs demonstrate that the spaces children learn and grow in can be comfortable for children, teachers, and parents alike
Author Biography
Deb Curtis works as a child care teacher at the Burlington Little School in Seattle Margie Carter serves on the adjunct faculty at Pacific Oaks College Northwest in Seattle
Table of Contents
| Introduction | p. 1 |
| Laying a Foundation for Living and Learning | p. 11 |
| Creating Connections and a Sense of Belonging | p. 21 |
| Keeping Space Flexible and Materials Open-Ended | p. 55 |
| Designing Natural Environments That Engage Our Senses | p. 93 |
| Provoking Wonder, Curiosity, and Intellectual Engagement | p. 121 |
| Engaging Children in Symbolic Representation, Literacy, and the Visual Arts | p. 149 |
| Enhancing Children's Use of the Environment | p. 177 |
| Facing Barriers and Negotiating Change | p. 191 |
| Resources | p. 209 |
| Tools for Assessing Your Environment | p. 223 |
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