Early Learning

Preschoolers have a sense of wonder about so many aspects of their world. They enjoy demonstrating their knowledge to others, and they are challenged to use their brains in fascinating new ways every day. Whether they are making clay figures, rolling cars down ramps, experimenting with writing, or exploring nature, they are expanding their mental horizons constantly. Cognitive Development of Three- and Four-Year-Olds will help you understand typical milestones children tend to reach during the preschool years as they develop their ability to think, understand, and solve problems. As you examine classroom scenarios, you will gain insight into various ways young children express their developing cognitive skills and some challenges that tend to occur. You will also learn strategies for supporting and nurturing children's cognitive growth, especially in the following areas:

• Believing in magical thinking
• Expressing a sense of curiosity
• Understanding time concepts
• Developing spatial awareness
• Practicing problem solving
• Exploring creativity through art
• Developing mathematical thinking
• Investigating science questions
• Exploring the writing process
• Developing emergent reading skills

By guiding children to think creatively and critically, you will help them gain confidence and competence.

Part of the Gryphon House Growing Up in Stages series.

Children Sing and Dance Their Way to Better Basic Skills

Channel children's natural enthusiasm for music and movement into a rich, positive learning experience with this toe-tapping program, featuring music by Greg & Steve. The concise, easy-to-follow lesson plans make teaching music enjoyable for the musical novice and expert alike. Written by Steven Traugh, each book includes two CDs featuring a total of over 30 fun songs. 64 pages each.

Music & Movement in the Classroom is a complete program of materials and teaching techniques designed to channel children's natural enthusiasm for music and movement into productive learning experiences. The program features:

• Step-by-step lesson plans to make the program enjoyable to teach for both the musical novice and expert
• Activities that are easy to schedule into weekly lesson plans
• Lessons that reinforce basic curriculum goals and standards
• Multimodal learning opportunities (visual, kinesthetic, auditory)
• Ideas to foster children's creativity and self-expression

Thirty fun activities and motivating music by Greg & Steve create the magic for this exciting music and movement program!

Track Listing
CD 1

1. The Freeze
2. Say Hello
3. Count and Move
4. Piggy Bank
5. Aerobics A-Z
6. B-A Bay #1
7. B-A Bay #2
8. Nocturne
9. Months of the Year #1
10. Months of the Year #2
11. Just Like Me
12. Let's Go to the Market
13. Disco Limbo
14. Purple Cow
15. Hand Jive
16. A Man Named King

CD 2

1. The World Is a Rainbow
2. Slowo Mojo
3. Fast Forward
4. An Adventure in Space
5. We All Live Together
6. The Three Little Pigs Blues
7. Show Me What You Feel
8. Everybody Has Music Inside
9. Old Brass Wagon
10. Eensy Weensy Caterpillar #1
11. Eensy Weensy Caterpillar #2
12. Down By the Bay #1
13. Down By the Bay #2
14. Dancin' Machine
15. We've Got the Whole World in Our Hands
16. Ballin' the Jack
17. Friends

All uppercase and lowercase letters are presented in a developmental sequence that will ensure your students are on the right track with handwriting.

Print Alphabet Letters is a handy, erasable set that provides hands-on learning opportunities and includes:

• 26 write-on/wipe-off activities
• a box of 8 multicolored crayons

Key Education products are intended to engage and educate young and special learners, as well as assist teachers in building a strong and developmentally appropriate curriculum for these children. The product line—comprised of teacher/parent resource books, photographic learning cards, and other activity- and game-oriented materials—is designed to assist in Unlocking the Potential in Every Child.

Features:

• Resource Guide

Help students learn shapes by providing a content-rich mini bulletin board set.

The 24-piece Just Teach Shape Cards Mini Bulletin Board Set includes:

• 1 header (21" x 6")
• 12 shape cards (6" x 8.8")
• 12 small shapes (smallest: 3.31" x 1.9", largest: 3.58" x 3.46")

This set provides a convenient visual reference for students year-round and can be used as a center activity for early learners.

The Schoolgirl Style™ line of contemporary classroom accessories takes the guesswork out of styling, managing, and perfecting classroom design. Each collection, designed by Melanie Ralbusky, offers a signature look that transforms empty spaces into extraordinary environments for students to enjoy.