Download or read book Creating Your Earth Friendly Early Childhood Program written by Patty Born Selly and published by Redleaf Press. This book was released on 2022-07-19 with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating your Earth-Friendly Early Chlidhood Program, Redleaf Quick Guide offers an approachable, efficient entry point for ECE educators who wish to instill ecofriendly values and practices in their programs. The guide will help educators evaluate their current environment and practices, get families and colleagues involved, and make both immediate and long-term changes to make their program “greener.”
Download or read book The Everything Green Classroom Book written by Tessa Hill and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-03-18 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the essential guide for teaching children about nature and environmental protection. This guide shows teachers how to incorporate “green” concepts into everyday lessons, activities, and field trips. Also included are ways to send the lesson home, with clear steps for teaching children how to make saving the earth a part of their daily lives. Features information on: The best ways to address issues like global warming and the disappearing rainforests Sustainable school supplies Eco-friendly fundraising Inspiring field trip ideas (from the local farm to the local landfill!) Innovative ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle Teachers, students, administrators, and parents will learn to take green practices from the classroom to the larger world outside. By using teacher-tested activities and the inspiring stories of real kids, this book will motivate teachers and their students to turn education into action.
Download or read book The Green Parent written by Jenn Savedge and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed for those who would like to teach their children about green living, this guide offers parents hints for things they can do for and with their kids to lead more environmentally friendly lives. From how to save energy to how to reuse and recycle everything, this resource offers advice for getting children involved in ecology as well as products and services that can help parents raise more environmentally conscious children. Through a series of fun activities -- how to start a "light patrol," make a waste-free school lunch, and build a green bird house -- parents and kids will learn ways to make the biggest impact, save the most money, and discover how making even the smallest of changes can make a big difference.
Download or read book Sustainable Childcare written by Judy Taylor and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Sustainable Childcare: Fostering Eco-consciousness in the Next Generation" sparks your journey to a brighter, greener future. This enlightening Special Report, penned by the beloved green-living advocate Judy Taylor, is a beacon for those willing to enrich their parenting practices with sustainable values. In ten engaging and easy-to-follow chapters, Judy delves into the exciting realm of eco-friendly childcare. She interprets the complex world of sustainability into manageable, bite-sized pieces - from understanding sustainable childcare and green parenting to the impact of eco-friendly teaching methods in early child development. Included within are valuable insights from environmental education experts, success stories of sustainable childcare from around the globe, and a practical guide to implementing green habits in your household. You'll also appreciate the depth Judy lends to the importance of eco-friendly toys and nutrition in shaping a child's mindset towards the environment. This isn't just a book. It's a call to action, an invitation to join a movement fostering the next generation of eco-conscious citizens. It empowers parents, caregivers, and educators, placing them at the heart of this significant paradigm shift. With Judy's guidance and warmth, readers will feel ready to embrace the rewards and challenges of raising an eco-conscious generation. Join Judy Taylor in creating a future that's not just sustainable but thriving, filled with individuals contributing positively to our world. Purchase "Sustainable Childcare: Fostering Eco-consciousness in the Next Generation" now and let's make a difference, one child at a time!
Download or read book Family Child Care Homes written by Linda J. Armstrong and published by Redleaf Press. This book was released on 2011-07-22 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create a warm and inviting place where children feel at home. Discover the many ways your home can provide comfortable places where children love to learn and love to be. Filled with no- and low-cost ideas, this book demonstrates many unique and practical possibilities for your home's indoor and outdoor spaces. Chapters are packed with colorful photographs and provide examples and tips for designing learning zones, selecting items, organizing materials, and more. Checklists, resources, and questions are included to help you evaluate your setting, implement changes, and create a place that feels like a second home to the children in your care.
Download or read book Young Children and the Environment written by Julie M. Davis and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-02-11 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Young Children and the Environment tackles one of the biggest contemporary issues of our times - the changing environment - and demonstrates how early education can contribute to sustainable living. An essential text for students in early childhood education and a practical resource for child care practitioners and primary school teachers, it is designed to promote education for sustainability from birth to 8 years. The text refers to national and international initiatives such as 'Sustainable Schools', 'Child Friendly Cities', and 'Health Promoting Schools' and explores their existing and potential links with early childhood education. Groundbreaking content draws on recent literature in the areas of organisational, educational and cultural change and environmental sustainability. Early childhood case studies and vignettes exemplify leadership in practice, and 'Provocations' are integrated throughout to inspire new ways of thinking about the environment, the wider world, young children and the transformative power of early education.
Download or read book Organic Crafts written by Kimberly Monaghan and published by Chicago Review Press. This book was released on 2007-03-01 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Parents, teachers, and caregivers looking for ideas on how to get children outdoors and instill in them a love of nature can find more than 75 creative crafts, games, and activities using objects that kids can collect from nature in this idea book. As children make race cars out of rocks, create paint from plants, and assemble funny grass masks, they learn to be environmentally friendly—absorbing information on recycling, reducing waste, and inspiring others to protect nature. Organized by the various natural materials needed, the crafts offer a new twist on perennial homemade gifts and school projects.
Download or read book Early Childhood Leadership and Program Management written by Angèle Sancho Passe and published by Redleaf Quick Guides. This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leading and managing an early education program is both challenging and rewarding. Early Childhood Leadership and Program Management (Quick Guide) gives practical tips on running a child care program that boosts the confidence of new directors. It draws on the skills they already have, proposes strategies that focus on quality for teaching and learning, and organizational planning. It also addresses how to infuse a diversity-rich mindset to create successful environments for all staff, families, and children.
Download or read book Creating Sustainability in Early Childhood Education written by Ruth E. Green and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climate change is more relevant today than ever before. It is important than we teach our youngest generation how to navigate this changing future and how to create sustainable lifestyles. While international and national policies have started to provide a framework for this process, much still needs to be done. The key to this process is education. This thesis examines how three early childhood centres in Aotearoa New Zealand are trying to engage with sustainability in their centre policies and their everyday practice with children. Each was on a journey and each was at a different stage of development. The thesis begins by setting out the primary definitions of sustainability, followed by an outline of how international and national policy has set the context and expectations for those working in education. Discussions also focus on the types of local (national) initiatives that have been put in place. The research used a qualitative methodology, within a constructivist paradigm, to gather narratives from six early childhood teachers and managers through semi-structured interviews. The data was gathered and analysed thematically to identify key ideas and perspectives. The findings revealed that sustainability policy plays only a minor role in early childhood education, and teachers are navigating their sustainability journey independently of one another. The results of the investigation highlight the importance of the ‘sustainability journey’ and the need for more policy and resource support to make this more effective. This thesis discusses the complex, multi-faceted lenses of sustainability and places significance on the role of children as active agents of change. It concludes with suggestions for further research into creating policies for early childhood education, with support and guidelines relating to practice rather than theory.
Download or read book Learn Every Day about Our Green Earth written by Kathy Charner and published by Gryphon House, Inc.. This book was released on 2010 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each book in the Learn Every Day series features one hundred activities contributed by teachers around the world. Classroom tested and teacher approved, these activities teach children ages three to six about some of their favorite topics. Organized by curriculum area, each chapter is structured by age, starting with the youngest preschooler. All the activities offer: Learning objectives to meet state standards Materials lists Related children’s books Assessment components to measure learning Learn Every Day About Our Green Earth makes it easy for teachers to incorporate discussions about caring for Earth into any curriculum with activities that promote responsible behaviors while remaining fun and enjoyable. Taking care of our planet has never been more important, and schools and families are teaching even the youngest children about environmental responsibility. In this book, activities like “Recycling Adds Up” and “Block Compost” teach children the importance of reusing and recycling, while “Thank a Tree” and “Worms Are Good Guys” teach them how to respect and love nature. Global awareness is everyone’s responsibility, and the activities in Learn Every Day About Our Green Earth help teachers pass along this important knowledge to the next generation.
Download or read book Early Childhood Activities for a Greener Earth written by Patty Born Selly and published by Redleaf Press. This book was released on 2012-06-22 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 100 classroom activities to help children learn about and care for the earth Educate young children about the environment through experience and play. These activities encourage children to develop a sense of wonder, curiosity, and joy for nature. Each chapter focuses on a common and important environmental topic—from waste reduction and recycling to air quality, weather and climate change, and energy reduction—and provides information to help you present these topics to children in developmentally appropriate ways. Early Childhood Activities for a Greener Earth will help you excite children, engage families, and encourage your community to be green. Early Childhood Activities for a Greener Earth is a 2014 Teachers’ Choice Award for the Classroom winner!
Download or read book Eco Conscious Parenthood written by Laurie F Hollen and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to raise kind, compassionate children who love and respect the planet? In a world facing climate change and environmental challenges, green parenting has never been more important. This sustainable living book is your guide to nurturing earth-friendly kids and empowering them to become responsible stewards of our planet. More than just a rulebook, this engaging guide offers: Practical tips and strategies for integrating sustainable living principles into your family's daily routine - from reducing waste and conserving energy to making environmentally friendly choices in everything you do. Creative and engaging activities that spark a love for nature in your children. Imagine planting a seed together, watching a butterfly flutter by, or exploring the wonders of a local park. These experiences foster a deep connection to the natural world, inspiring a desire to protect it. Open and honest discussions about the environmental challenges we face and the solutions we can create together. Empower your children to become informed and engaged participants in shaping a sustainable future. Inspiration and support on your green parenting journey. You're not alone! This book is a supportive companion, offering practical advice and celebrating your successes along the way. Eco-Conscious Parenthood is not about perfection; it's about progress. Every small change you make, every environmentally responsible choice you embrace, contributes to a healthier planet for future generations. This book is for you if: You want to raise kind, compassionate children who care about the environment. You're looking for practical ways to live more sustainably as a family. You want to create a positive impact on the planet and inspire others to do the same. You're eager to connect with nature and foster a love for the outdoors in your children. Join the movement of green parents raising earth-friendly kids. Together, we can create a brighter future for our planet, one family at a time. ORDER YOUR COPY of Eco-Conscious Parenthood today and begin this rewarding journey with your children.
Download or read book Nature Based Learning for Young Children written by Julie Powers and published by Redleaf Press. This book was released on 2018-12-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nature-Based Learning for Every Preschool Setting is designed to provide ideas for all early childhood educators ranging from novice nature educators to highly experienced nature educators in a wide range of ecosystems, including forests, cities, prairies, coastal, and deserts. It includes background information on a range of nature topics, reproducible parent newsletters, sample play-based lesson plans, guidance and health and safety issues related to nature activities, ideas for free/inexpensive equipment and materials and for big ticket items, ideas for family involvement, and connections to early childhood learning standards. Chapters are divided by nature topic so readers can dip in right away where they want to start exploring.
Download or read book Young Children and the Environment written by Julie M. Davis and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2014-11-07 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition of Young Children and the Environment is a practical resource that illustrates the difference that early childhood educators can make by working with children, their families and the wider community to tackle the contemporary issue of sustainable living. This second edition has been substantially revised and updated, with a new section exploring sustainability education in a variety of global contexts. Researched and written by authors recognised as leaders in their own countries, this section provides readers with international resources and perspectives to further their teaching about early childhood education for sustainability. The text engages with new curriculum initiatives that have placed greater emphasis on educating for sustainability, and equips educators with the knowledge to teach this revised content. It remains accessibly written with ample case studies, vignettes and 'Provocations' to engage readers and provide insights into how early childhood education for sustainability can occur successfully in practice.
Download or read book Journey for the Planet written by David Gershon and published by . This book was released on 2007-07-18 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Journey for the Planet: A Kid's Five Week Adventure to Create an Earth-friendly Life is a fun, engaging illustrated workbook for every child who wants to make a difference for the world. Drawing on his successful EcoTeam workbook, which sold over 250,000 copies through a unique grassroots distribution model, environmental change pioneer David Gershon guides children through a series of action steps that can impact both climate change and the environment as a whole.The book's core message is one of empowerment. Taught by a series of animal characters, each of its 46 action lessons illustrates in clear, accessible language exactly how a simple change in the child's behavior can positively impact the environment. The book's pilot program, which engaged 4,000 children in schools across the country was praised by teachers, students and parents alike as an invaluable resource that empowers kids with the precious knowledge that they have the power to take the future into their own hands.If you have children, nieces, nephews or students, you've probably seen the concern they feel for what is happening to out environment. Now, they have a program to help them translate that concern into concrete action, and feel the heroism of being part of the solution.
Download or read book Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth Through Age 8 Fourth Edition Fully Revised and Updated written by Naeyc and published by . This book was released on 2021-08 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The long-awaited new edition of NAEYC's book Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs is here, fully revised and updated! Since the first edition in 1987, it has been an essential resource for the early childhood education field. Early childhood educators have a professional responsibility to plan and implement intentional, developmentally appropriate learning experiences that promote the social and emotional development, physical development and health, cognitive development, and general learning competencies of each child served. But what is developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)? DAP is a framework designed to promote young children's optimal learning and development through a strengths-based approach to joyful, engaged learning. As educators make decisions to support each child's learning and development, they consider what they know about (1) commonality in children's development and learning, (2) each child as an individual (within the context of their family and community), and (3) everything discernible about the social and cultural contexts for each child, each educator, and the program as a whole. This latest edition of the book is fully revised to underscore the critical role social and cultural contexts play in child development and learning, including new research about implicit bias and teachers' own context and consideration of advances in neuroscience. Educators implement developmentally appropriate practice by recognizing the many assets all young children bring to the early learning program as individuals and as members of families and communities. They also develop an awareness of their own context. Building on each child's strengths, educators design and implement learning settings to help each child achieve their full potential across all domains of development and across all content areas.
Download or read book Teach Smarter written by Vanessa J. Levin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-04-29 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover new, practical methods for teaching literacy skills in your early childhood classroom. Has teaching early literacy skills become a stumbling block to getting your preschool students kindergarten ready? Break out of the tired “letter of the week” routine and learn how to transform your lessons with fun and effective techniques. Teach Smarter: Literacy Strategies for Early Childhood Teachers will equip teachers to infuse every aspect of their teaching with exciting hands-on literacy teaching methods that engage students and help them build authentic connections with books, so that 100% of their students will have a strong literacy foundation and will be fully prepared for success in kindergarten and beyond. Respected author Vanessa Levin, veteran early childhood educator and author of the “Pre-K Pages” blog, breaks down the research and translates it into realistic, actionable steps you can take to improve your teaching. Features specific examples of teaching techniques and activities that engage students in hands-on, experiential learning during circle time, centers, and small groups. Offers a simple, four-step system for teaching literacy skills, based on the foundational principles of early literacy teaching Demonstrates how to build your confidence in your ability to get 100% of your students ready for kindergarten, long before the end of the school year Understand the problems with traditional literacy teaching and identify gaps in your current teaching practice with this valuable resource.
