Families come in all kinds of sizes, shapes, structures, and makeup. This practical book provides strategies on partnering with families to support and enhance the quality of early childhood programs. Strong teacher-family partnerships are key to creating useful, inclusive programs that respect and honor differences in families and individuals, and these easy-to-use strategies provide the basis for working and communicating productively with all kinds of families. Chapters cover an array of relevant topics, from considering authority and communicating through writing to managing conflicts. From Pearson/Merrill.  

Newly revised and updated, this easy-to-use guide is an essential resource for caregivers, teachers, and health professionals seeking to promote healthy behaviors and prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Contains helpful reference guides, including new quick reference sheets on prevention and infectious diseases, as well as an expanded section on outbreaks and emergencies. Detailed chapters address infection control measures, immunizations, and inclusion/exclusion criteria. From the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Tips for program staff and parents on ways to keep children in early childhood programs healthy. Includes practical ways to encourage proper hygiene and handle illnesses.

(Revised July 2007)

An excellent resource, packed with expert advice on every aspect of money management, planning, fundraising, financial reporting, cash flow analysis, salary schedules, fee policies, and more. Directors will appreciate this comprehensive guide to one of the most important aspects of center management—money. From Child Care Exchange.

Daily routines and transitions make up a great deal of the day in the infant/toddler setting. This book is full of useful ideas for helping children move through the day with a sense of security and maximal learning and development. The author also offers insight and help for guiding children through larger transitions, such as separation anxiety and toilet training, all grounded in a deep understanding of children of these ages. From Gryphon House.

Portfolios are lauded as the answer to assessment, but they are often overwhelming for adult learners who are accustomed to standardized tests and term papers. What about a portfolio elevates it from a simple scrapbook? How do you form, articulate, and support a philosophy statement? What is reflective writing? Compiling a successful portfolio is a learnable technique—not a magical talent. Ideal for the developing early childhood professional, this book illuminates the process of creating portfolios and lays out practical strategies for capturing your professional development—and showing your stuff! From Routledge.

Como aprendo: Momentos clave del desarrollo infantil tipico.

This laminated, Spanish version of this informative poster depicts the milestones of average child development from the child's perspective. Covers motor, language and social skills from infancy to age eight. Dimensions: 18"x24." From Learning ZoneXpress.

This beautifully detailed poster will keep your eye and mind engaged as you go from corner to corner of this wonderful family child care home. Vibrantly illustrates a rich literary environment, supportive relationships, and a diverse population. This poster is 18”x24” and features suggested activities to support children’s literacy learning. Developed by Reading is Fundamental (RIF) and NAEYC.

Reviewed by both health and early childhood professionals, this basic manual is used by early childhood programs to promote and protect the health and safety of children, staff, and families. Includes sample forms, letters, and checklists and information regarding nutrition, illness, emergencies, and facility maintenance. The 4th edition includes suggested activities for each chapter to support its use in staff training and student courses. Designed in a readily usable format for ease in locating information.

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High-quality child care can be expensive. The largest portion of child care dollars is allotted to compensating child care staff. This brochure explains the importance of this compensation in reducing turnover rates among early child care professionals and how this impacts children’s well being. It also has helpful tips and steps parents can take to make child care more affordable while supporting high quality programs for their children.