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Gronlund, Gaye – 2003
This guide provides field-tested frameworks for planning and for reflection to assist preschool teachers in integrating popular curricular approaches. Chapter 1 of the guide describes the key components of a good preschool curriculum related to learning, a rich classroom environment, respectful caring relationships with children and families,…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Childhood Interests, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Family School Relationship

Horm-Wingerd, Diane M. – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 1992
Discusses the narrative report, which is an alternative to the traditional report card for reporting children's development and progress to parents. Examples of entries in a narrative report are included. (BB)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Classroom Observation Techniques, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Evaluation Criteria

Workman, Susan; Anziano, Michael C. – Young Children, 1993
Discusses the development of a webbed curriculum at the preschool level. The teacher develops the curriculum by observing children, documenting their recurring interests and the themes of their activities, and integrating and connecting class activities. (BB)
Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Concept Formation, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development
Albrecht, Kay; Miller, Linda G. – 2000
Based on the view that curricula for young children should involve thinking and planning for everything that can contribute to child development and the teacher's relationship with the child and the family, this book details a comprehensive, interactive curriculum for infants from birth to 18 months. Following an introductory chapter presenting…
Descriptors: Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Development, Curriculum, Day Care
Albrecht, Kay; Miller, Linda G. – 2000
Based on the view that curricula for young children should involve thinking and planning for everything that can contribute to child development and the teacher's relationship with the child and the family, this book details a comprehensive, interactive curriculum for toddlers 18 to 36 months. Following an introductory chapter presenting the…
Descriptors: Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Development, Curriculum, Day Care
Curtis, Deb; Carter, Margie – 1996
This handbook is a resource for preschool curriculum planning. Chapter 1, "Begin with Yourself," provides checklists, comparative charts, and guiding questions for self-assessment of knowledge and experiences. Chapter 2, "Revitalizing the Environment," provides tools to assess the learning environment and makes suggestions…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Design, Classroom Environment, Classroom Observation Techniques