Working with Young Children brings to life the fascinating career opportunities in the early childhood profession. The text presents an in-depth, comprehensive study of all aspects of the early childhood field to help prepare your students for workplace success. Topics include: child development principles as applied to the early childhood program setting the learning needs of young children including those who have special needs appropriate child guidance and group management techniques developmentally appropriate practices in curriculum development Additionally, students will acquire skills for preparing an engaging learning environment that encourages children to independently experiment, explore, and manipulate the classroom materials. The text also provides information about licensing rules and regulations, various career paths, and safety and health considerations. Studying this information helps prepare students for workplace success. Working with Young Children offers the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to work toward the Child Development Associate(TM) Credential and other career-related credentials, By acquiring such credentials, students can jump-start their careers in the early childhood profession.