Developmentally Appropriate Practice: Focus on Preschoolers (DAP Focus Series)

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An Essential Resource for Preschool TeachersEdited and compiled just for preschool teachers, this resource explains developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) so teachers can apply DAP in their work with preschool children. Chapters include:· What Is Developmentally Appropriate Practice?Key messages of NAEYC's position statement· To Be an Excellent TeacherConnecting DAP to excellent teaching· An Overview of Development in the Preschool YearsOverview of preschoolers' learning and development· Developmentally Appropriate Examples to ConsiderExamples of key DAP practices, as well as contrasting practices that are less likely to serve children well· FAQs About Developmentally Appropriate Practi…