Creating Curriculum in Early Childhood

Creating Curriculum in Early Childhood provides a comprehensive guide to backward design for curriculum development in early childhood education. Aimed at both students and practicing educators, it equips readers with practical tools and strategies to design intentional, standards-aligned, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children from birth to age eight. The book emphasizes conceptual understanding, big ideas, and interest-based learning while integrating early childhood philosophy and developmental research.

Key Features

• Backward Design Focus: Guides educators through planning curriculum by starting with desired learning outcomes.
• Practical Application: Includes teaching techniques, assessment methods, and examples for birth to age eight.
• Developmentally Appropriate: Promotes engaging, interest-based learning aligned with children’s developmental stages.
• Integration of Research: Combines early childhood philosophy with developmental research for informed curriculum design.
• Step-by-Step Guidance: Offers clear instructions and tips for both new and experienced educators.
• Standards-Based Approach: Supports meeting educational standards through intentional, well-planned instruction.