Early Childhood Education An Introduction Bridging the Gap

This clearly written introductory text focuses on the educational needs that must be met for the developing child age six weeks to five years. Each chapter is devoted to a specific age level and draws upon extensive research. Within each age group, Dr. Berk traces changes in physical growth, language acquisition, cognitive ability, and emotional and social development. The text is enhanced by more than fifty photographs that illustrate developmental growth, group interaction among children, and child-teacher interaction for the age levels discussed.Berk, Hulda G. is the author of 'Early Childhood Education An Introduction Bridging the Gap' with ISBN 9780879754228 and ISBN 0879754222.