基本説明
Shows that the most powerful disciplinary tool for young children is a caring relationship.
Full Description
Adopters comment`This book supplements more general books by Louise Porter et al and is particularly helpful for student and practising teachers in Foundation Stage classrooms' The author of this successful book shows that the most powerful disciplinary tool for young children is a caring relationship. Drawing on her experience as a psychologist, academic, consultant and parent, Louise Porter offers a wealth of practical guidance which is effective, sensible, direct and always empathic to young children's needs. Key features include:} the theoretical foundations of discipline} children's emotional and social needs} strategies for dealing with inconsiderate behaviour} behavioural challenges, social and play difficulties, developmental problems, and family issues} supporting staff, working with parents, and formulating a discipline policy.This clear and accessible book is an essential professional reference for students of education, child care workers and for all those who are interested in children's behaviour and development.
Contents
FOUNDATIONS OF DISCIPLINECore Values of Early Childhood EducationDebates about DisciplinePrevention of Inconsiderate BehaviourCHILDREN'S EMOTIONAL NEEDSMeeting Children's Emotional NeedsMeeting Children's Social NeedsOrigins of Inconsiderate BehaviourCommunicating to Solve ProblemsResponding to Everyday DisruptionsTeaching Children Emotional Self-ControlResolving Chronic DifficultiesDisruptions During RoutinesSocial and Play DifficultiesDevelopmental ChallengesFamily IssuesCARING FOR ADULTSSupporting StaffSolving Problems in Collaboration with ParentsFormulating a Discipline Policy