Title: Positive Child Guidance (8th Edition)
Authors: Darla Ferris Miller
Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing; 8th edition (January 1, 2015)
Description:
“Positive Child Guidance,” authored by Darla Ferris Miller, provides educators and caregivers with effective strategies for promoting positive behavior and guiding children’s development. In its 8th edition, this book offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and implementing positive guidance techniques.
Covering essential topics such as child development theories, understanding behavior, creating supportive environments, and implementing guidance techniques, this edition explores evidence-based practices for fostering children’s social-emotional growth and self-regulation skills. It emphasizes the importance of nurturing positive relationships and using proactive approaches to prevent challenging behaviors.
With its practical insights and real-world examples, “Positive Child Guidance” equips educators with the knowledge and tools needed to create supportive learning environments and promote children’s well-being. It includes numerous case studies, reflective exercises, and practical tips to facilitate application in various early childhood settings.
Whether used in early childhood education courses or as a reference for practicing educators and caregivers, this edition serves as an invaluable resource for promoting positive behavior and fostering healthy development in young children.