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Cortazar, Alejandra; Herreros, Francisca – Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood, 2010
This article explores the relationship between attachment theory and the early childhood curriculum. During the first years of life children develop early attachment relationships with their primary caregivers. These attachment relationships, either secure or insecure, will shape children's socio-emotional development. In the USA, the predominant…
Descriptors: Caregivers, Young Children, Attachment Behavior, Educational Practices
Penn, Helen – 1999
The apparently simple question of whether there are commonly accepted "best practices" for infant and toddler care leads to further questions regarding the nature of childhood and the impact of cultural values. This report reviews recent theory, training, and practice in the care of children outside their homes. Section 1 of the report…
Descriptors: Attachment Behavior, Caregiver Child Relationship, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences