Publisher's Synopsis
NAEYC publishes research-based, peer-reviewed books for early childhood educators. What is unique about this book and why it stands out from the competitors is because it -outlines actual steps that teachers can follow -emphasizes the importance of and outlines the steps of teacher documentation and planning for this approach to truly address children's learning needs -explains how teachers can incorporate standards -uses research to back up why the emergent curriculum approach continues to be relevant and has value -helps teachers determine when they should build on children's interest as a more long-term lesson and when it might be more appropriate as a quick investigation -It also includes photocopiable forms and checklists for teachers to use as they work through the curriculum planning process.
