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Teachers and parents will recognize (and chuckle over) many of the situations described in the stories, and will find the strategies useful in meeting the social, emotional, and intellectual needs of young children - Joan Franklin Smutny, Author, Differentiating for the Young Child Easy tread and comprehend The author knows her field and conveys that knowledge in unassuming ways - Catheryn Weitman, Professor, Elementary Education, Barry University, Florida Even though strong parent-teacher partnerships benefit children, very little attention is usually given ttraining teachers ttap intthis powerful resource Kaltmans practical tips would be a very valuable resource for preservice and inservice teachers alike - Ruth R Kennedy, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Prepare both children and families for school by developing critical social skills and building team relationships! Ensuring childrens healthy social and emotional development is one of the most important - and most challenging - responsibilities that early childhood educators and parents face This reader-friendly reference offers 88 tips ttackle the task by focusing on what teachers can dwith children and their parents Help! For Teachers of Young Children provides readers with entertaining stories and practical strategies that cover a range of topics, from disciplining appropriately tdeveloping communication skills (listening, understanding, speaking), cooperation skills (self control, turn taking), and a positive self concept in children It alsaddresses preparing parents and children for school, creating a team relationship with parents, and holding effective conferences Each tip offers: - A concise and interesting story from the authors own experience - Straightforward advice and suggestions that teachers can immediately put tuse - Ask Yourself questions for teachers tthink about their classroom practice - A Try This section at the end of each chapter gives readers even more activity ideas for working with children ages 2-5 Both new and experienced early years teachers will find fresh, fun, developmentally appropriate ideas each time they open this engaging resource and its companion volume, More Help! For Teachers of Young Children: 99 Tips tPromote Intellectual Development and Creativity
