Caring for School-Age Children

CARING FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN, 6th Edition, presents the most pertinent information needed by those involved in after-school programs. Current research has established the importance of quality after-school programs due to their tremendous impact on children's academic achievement, overall happiness, and self-esteem. To address this reality, the new edition presents the latest research and information on school-age child care, and offers numerous practical applications and activities that can be put to use immediately in a child care setting.

The People In Child Care
Caregivers: Who Are They?
The Children
Families: Where Children Are Nurtured
How Children Grow And Develop
Development in Middle Childhood: Physical
Development in Middle Childhood: Cognitive
Development in Middle Childhood: Psychosocial and Moral
Helping Children Develop Social Competence
The Background
Program Planning
Creating an Environment
The Curriculum
Games and Other Fun Things to Do
Imagination and the Arts
Science and Math
Helping Children Develop Literacy Competency
Preparing Children for Adult Roles
Getting Fit, Staying Fit
Resources And Regulations
Using Community Resources
Quality and Standards
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Caring for School-Age Children

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