Child Development

Do children in your classroom have a hard time starting or completing activities? Do they struggle to remember directions? Are they easily distracted? Do they have a hard time making and keeping friends? Alert and Attentive offers practical strategies to help young children develop the attention skills they need to thrive. Learn how self-regulation and executive function skills work together to support attention and focus. Discover ways to create a calm and supportive learning environment that fosters concentration, helps children ignore distractions, and promotes learning. Alert and Attentive is your go-to guide for creating a classroom where children thrive. With practical tips, real-world stories, and evidence-based strategies, you'll empower young learners to reach their full potential.

Family engagement is one of the most powerful predictors of student achievement, and parent-teacher conferences are a key opportunity to build those important connections. Partnering for Success: Strategies for Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences equips early childhood educators with practical, research-based techniques to foster trust, collaboration, and communication with families. This essential guide provides step-by-step strategies for planning, conducting, and reflecting on conferences that go beyond routine meetings to become meaningful, productive partnerships. Each chapter delivers actionable tips - from creating a welcoming environment and listening effectively to celebrating achievements and following up. With helpful forms to make planning easier, this book helps educators confidently navigate every stage of the conferencing process.