Healthy Young Children: A Manual for Programs - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1928896820 ISBN 13: 9781928896821

Publisher: The National Association for the Education of Young Children, 2012

Synopsis

Bestseller! Now in its fifth edition, Healthy Young Children has been used in hundreds of early childhood settings to promote the health, nutrition, and safety of children, staff members, and families. This edition contains a new chapter on promoting children’s health through physical activity. Also included are updated standards, procedures, and resources, including sample forms, letters, and checklists. This manual is an invaluable resource for program directors, consultants working with early childhood programs, teacher educators, professional development staff, and others concerned about keeping children and adults safe and healthy.

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About the Author

Susan S. Aronson, MD, FAAP, is a pediatrician in Narberth, Pennsylvania. She received her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

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Childhood is a unique period of life when physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth all occur simultaneously and interactively. Children’s bodies and minds are constantly learning how to meet challenges in their environment. Research shows that development of the brain (intellectual, cognitive, social-emotional) and children’s physical, nutritional, and oral health depend on the quality of early experiences. Children need protection from injury and infection, both of which can lead to discomfort, disability, or death. They also need activities that promote healthy growth and development. Many practices in group care enable learning, promote the development of strong bodies that resist disease, foster brain growth, and support desired behavior simultaneously.

Edition details

• Publisher: The National Association for the Education of Young Children
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1928896820
• ISBN 13: 9781928896821
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 256
• Editor: Susan S. Aronson