Drawing on decades of educational experience and a wealth of research, Yardsticks invites every adult who teaches or cares for children to celebrate the incredible developmental journey that occurs from ages four through fourteen. Combining easy-to-access information about the cognitive, social-emotional, and physical characteristics unique to each age with practical advice for how to apply this knowledge, Yardsticks offers parents and educators a foundation for helping children grow and thrive.
New in the Fourth Edition
Updated and streamlined design that makes the text easier to use as a reference
Revised introductory material with practical advice for getting to know and understand children
Each age now enhanced with information specifically for parents
New age-by-age narratives that highlight what s intriguing, delightful, and sometimes challenging about children at each age
