Families, Schools and Communities: Together for Young Children

The text meets national standards for teacher preparation programs, and reflects current best practices in education. Current information regarding diversity and contemporary issues facing families is supported by a strong theoretical and research foundation.
The formation of partnerships with school-friendly families and communities is stressed throughout, and supported by effective ideas and strategies for increasing family involvement in the community and schools.
The application section emphasizes real life skills that teachers need to build solid relationships and partnerships within the community. Content on school subjects (e.g., math, literacy, science, social studies) is included to encourage family involvement in these areas and increase the likelihood of children's school success. The authors also include practical applications to early childhood special education and early intervention settings.
Coverage includes information about military families, childhood obesity, and financial literacy. FAMILIES, SCHOOLS, AND COMMUNITIES: TOGETHER FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, 4TH EDITION, emphasizes the role of families and communities in children's education, and is geared to meeting national standards in teacher preparation programs. Content reflects current research and best practices in education. Divided into two sections, this book provides an understanding of contemporary families, and More »