This comprehensive production provides observation sequences that illustrate all areas of child development. Filmed throughout the whole year of a two year old girl's life, it consists of 24 sequences, during which time she starts nursery. These sequences give a rounded, holistic view of development over time. Being able to observe through out a whole year gives a real feel of what this child is like, how she likes to play and how she learns. The...

Guiding behaviour in early childhood (a positive plan for discipline & caregiving) - Despite their best moments, toddlers and preschoolers often behave in ways that frustrate their parents and caregivers, and even endanger their own safety. They are not intentionally being bad but how can we guide them in a positive way? Learn why misbehaviour occurs, common reactions by caregivers, ways to stop it, and how to create and enforce a plan to bring about...

Toddlers thrive outside. The special nature of the outdoors suits their interests down to the ground, yet for this age group the value of play is probably least understood. This captivating footage shows clearly what's so special about the outdoors and why it's essential for toddlers. It also shows how and why adults are so vital to their experiences outside. By following six one year olds as they play outside, this film illustrates the rich experiences...

Focuses on logic, patterns, langauge and sequencing to help with cognitive development.

Klein argues that adult success is often established in the developmental preschool years. She shares advice for parents on how to promote such success-driving positive attributes as resilience, self-regulation, and empathy.

This book explores infants' mazing capacity to learn and presents a reflective approach to teaching inspired by the early childhood schools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Each chapter draws from research and real-life infant care settings to illustrate how infants are robust investigators, intent on making sense of the world with infants and their families will find valuable insights into how to design an infant care program, plan curriculum, assess learning,...

Explore, inquire, and experiment alongside young learners using the 50 simple ideas offered in this engaging series. Written specifically for parents, the activities in the books will lead to infectious excitement and enthusiasm for learning. Each activity features easy-to-follow instructions with plenty of tips and suggestions for extending the learning. Using objects easily found in most homes, this collection of purposeful play experiences will...

You will learn a revolutionary new way to have a much happier time with any toddler. For 30 years, Dr. Karp has taught his remarkable tips to over a million parents from working moms to superstars. Stop 50 to 90% of tantrums before they happen. Calm 50% of your toddler's meltdowns in a second.

Introduces babies and toddlers to the numbers 1-5 in a playful, interactive way with classical music especially for little ears.