Infants, toddlers and caregivers: a curriculum of respectful, responsive care and education with the caregiver's companion: readings and professional

This text is a practical introduction to the principles and practices of caregiving for infants and toddlers. It combines a child- and family-centered philosophy with problem-solving strategies and provides a thorough discussion of gender role stereotyping and multicultural issues in childcare.

Preface Part 1: FOCUS ON THE CAREGIVER 1. Principles of Caregiving 2. Infant-Toddler Education 3. Caregiving as Curriculum 4. Play as Curriculum Part 2: FOCUS ON THE CHILD 5. Attachment 6. Perception 7. Motor Skills 8. Cognition 9. Language 10. Emotions 11. Social Skills Part 3:: FOCUS ON THE PROGRAM 12. Physical Environment 13. Social Environment 14. Adult Relations: Parent and Staff Conclusion Appendix A: Quality in Infant-Toddler Programs: A Checklist Appendix B: Environmental Chart Appendix C: Guiding Principles of the Parent Services Project