Complete lesson plans for home-schools or classrooms are fully laid out in this book. Each subject activity is age-group integrated with developmentally appropriate adaptations for the skill levels of infants, to toddlers, to school-aged children. Activities focus on reinforcing and enhancing skills in reading, math, science, social studies, arts and crafts, music/ dramatics, nutrition, creative play, games, and seasonal activities. Also included are detailed instructions on organizing your teaching space into centers or stations, creating integrated lessons around themes, organizing your time, scheduling individual development objectives, and getting organized and creative. This massive resource guide will answer all possible questions, objectives, and needs.

The classic reference guide for book authors has been completely revised and updated with the names and specific areas of interest of thousands of editors at over 500 book publishing houses.

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Developmentally sequenced by age group, this versatile book can be used as a materials guide in both formal and informal settings. Each activity is introduced by detailing the emerging ability and care giver role, while giving individual “invitations” to care for and instruct these special developmental stages. Tips are included on how to introduce toys, store materials, develop basic care routines, create activity centers, and avoid trouble spots.