Theories of Childhood, Second Edition: An Introduction to Dewey, Montessori, Erikson, Piaget & Vygotsky eBook

Examine the work of five groundbreaking education theorists—John Dewey, Maria Montessori, Erik Erikson, Jean Piaget, and Lev Vygotsky—in relation to early childhood.  provides a basic introduction to each theorist and explains the relationship of theory to practice and its impact on real children, teachers, and classrooms. This edition reflects current academic learning standards and includes new understandings of Vygotsky’s work. It is a popular guide to help early childhood professionals be aware of the theories behind good child care practices. It is also a widely-used text in undergraduate programs, community college courses, and training workshops that focus on early development and education.

has been an early childhood educator for more than forty years. She is also the author of , , and .

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Additional ISBNs

013172794X, 9780131727946

Theories of Childhood, Second Edition: An Introduction to Dewey, Montessori, Erikson, Piaget & Vygotsky 2nd Edition is written by Carol Garhart Mooney and published by Redleaf Press. The Digital and eTextbook ISBNs for Theories of Childhood, Second Edition are 9781605542485, 1605542482 and the print ISBNs are 9781605541389, 1605541389. Additional ISBNs for this eTextbook include 013172794X, 9780131727946.