Early Learning: Environments That Work - Softcover

Isbell, Rebecca; Exelby, Betty

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0876592566 ISBN 13: 9780876592564

Publisher: Gryphon House, 2001

Synopsis

The classroom environment is vital for children to get the most out of learning experiences. Early Learning Environments that Work explores how you can use furniture arrangement, color, materials, storage, lighting, and more to encourage learning. Classroom spaces and activity centers that support children's independence and decision-making allow them to make the environment their own. Each chapter gives you detailed illustrations and photographs to help you set up or arrange your learning environment.

About this title

About the Authors

Christy Isbell, Ph.D., is the Program Director and Associate Professor for the Occupational Therapy Program at Milligan College in Tennessee. She teaches child development, human development, and pediatric therapy courses for the Masters of Occupational Therapy Program. Additionally, Dr. Isbell is Board Certified in Pediatrics and maintains specialty training in sensory integration and neuro-developmental treatment techniques.

Christy Isbell, Ph.D., is the Program Director and Associate Professor for the Occupational Therapy Program at Milligan College in Tennessee. She teaches child development, human development, and pediatric therapy courses for the Masters of Occupational Therapy Program. Additionally, Dr. Isbell is Board Certified in Pediatrics and maintains specialty training in sensory integration and neuro-developmental treatment techniques.

From the Back Cover

The classroom environment is vital for children to get the most out of learning experiences. Early Learning Environments that Work explores how you can use furniture arrangement, color, materials, storage, lighting, and more to encourage learning. Classroom spaces and activity centers that support children's independence and decision-making allow them to make the environment their own. Each chapter gives you detailed illustrations and photographs to help you set up or arrange your learning environment.

Edition details

• Publisher: Gryphon House
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0876592566
• ISBN 13: 9780876592564
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Exelby Gary
• Number of pages: 191