Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered - Paperback
by Lisa Murphy
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Languages:EnglishPublisher:Redleaf PressISBN-13:9781605546155ISBN-10:1605546151UPC:9781605546155Book Category:Education, Family & RelationshipsBook Subcategory:Schools, Teaching, Babysitting, Day Care & Child CareBook Topic:LevelsSize:8.90 x 5.90 x 0.60 inchesWeight:0.75Product ID:SCZ62QEFY6
Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered provides an in-depth exploration of the author's approach to working with children. Lisa Murphy outlines nine characteristics programs need to build an environment that's child-centered, where play, developmentally appropriate practice, and academic standards all come together under one roof. Nine characteristics of a child-centered environment:
Using true-to-life examples, anecdotes, and Lisa Murphy's signature conversational style, this book presents and explores the true identifying characteristics of a hands-on, play-based, child-centered environment.
- Children are provided long periods of uninterrupted free time to explore their environment
- Children are provided lots of time outdoors
- Children are able to explore the environment with few restrictions
- Adults control the environment, not the children
- Adults serve as facilitators within the space
- Adults articulate the intention behind their words and actions
- Adults are familiar with current research and the key contributions of historical child development theorists
- Adults are aware of the importance of keeping it real
- Children are provided time and opportunity to create, move, sing, discuss, observe, read, and play every day
Using true-to-life examples, anecdotes, and Lisa Murphy's signature conversational style, this book presents and explores the true identifying characteristics of a hands-on, play-based, child-centered environment.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Redleaf PressISBN-13:9781605546155ISBN-10:1605546151UPC:9781605546155Book Category:Education, Family & RelationshipsBook Subcategory:Schools, Teaching, Babysitting, Day Care & Child CareBook Topic:LevelsSize:8.90 x 5.90 x 0.60 inchesWeight:0.75Product ID:SCZ62QEFY6
Lisa Murphy, MEd, has been involved with early childhood education for over 30 years, teaching and working with children in various environments including Head Start, kindergarten, private preschools, family child care, parks and recreation centers, group homes, and many child care centers. As the founder and CEO of Ooey Gooey, Inc., Lisa's mission is to assist in the transformation of early childhood education by offering the best workshops and trainings, the most up-to-date materials and resources, and insightful conversations and connections through the power of social media.
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