The Developing Brain: Building Language, Reading, Physical, Social, and Cognitive Skills from Birth to Age Eight

The Developing Brain: Building Language, Reading, Physical, Social, and Cognitive Skills from Birth to Age Eight
by Marilee Sprenger
Paperback: 144 pages
Published: September 3, 2013
ISBN-10: 1626361649
ISBN-13: 978-1626361645

Bestselling author Marilee Sprenger covers the basic structure, vocabulary, and current research on the brain from an early childhood educator’s point of view and provides an abundance of illustrations and descriptions. This user-friendly guide includes:
- Background information on brain development from birth through age two
- Scenarios and snapshots of each year from age three through eight
- Reproducible development checklists
- Over one hundred brain-based activities for classroom or child care settings
- And much more!
Through an understanding of the phases of language, motor, and social development at each age level, The Developing Brain will help both educators and parents create an enriching educational experience that enhances a child’s growth and fosters an enduring love of learning.