Developmentally Appropriate Practice: Focus on Preschoolers

Teachers of preschoolers can use this resource to learn about developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) so they can apply DAP in their work with preschoolers. Filled with information, practical ideas, and inspiration, this is a book that every preschool teacher will want! Chapters include: What Is Developmentally Appropriate Practice? Key messages of NAEYC's position statement To Be an Excellent Teacher Connecting DAP to excellent teaching An Overview of Developmentally Appropriate Practice in the Preschool Years Overview of preschoolers' learning and development Developmentally Appropriate Examples to Consider Examples of key DAP practices, as well as contrasting practices that are less likely to serve children well FAQs About Developmentally Appropriate Practice Responses to common questions Young Children Articles Seven articles from Young Children that provide examples of applying developmentally appropriate practice when working with preschoolers.