ABSTRACT

History of Early Childhood Education presents a thorough and elegant description of the history of early childhood education in the United States. This book of original research is a concise compendium of historical literature, combining history with the prominent and influential theoretical background of the time. Covering historical threads that reach from ancient Greece and Rome to the early childhood education programs of today, this in-depth and well-written volume captures the deep tradition and the creative knowledge base of early care and education. History of Early Childhood Education is an essential resource for every early childhood education scholar, student, and educator.

part |167 pages

The Beginnings of Early Childhood Education

part |291 pages

Early Education in the United States

part |131 pages

Diverse Populations

chapter |27 pages

Native Americans 1

chapter |30 pages

Black Americans 1

chapter |17 pages

Asian-Americans

chapter |11 pages

Hispanic-Americans

chapter |15 pages

Bilingualism

part |37 pages

Professional Organizations and Conclusions