Book description
Ellen Galinsky has spent her entire career studying early childhood development, first at Vassar College, then for twenty-five years at the Bank Street College of Education, and for the past twenty years as the founder and now president of the Families and Work Institute. What she has found is thatā¦
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1 author picked Mind in the Making as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
There are many opinions and schools of thought on how to best raise and care for young children. The author lays her discussion firmly on the solid foundation of research. Beyond academic skills or ability, Ms. Galinsky identifies seven skills that will lead to the childās success in the future. Skills such as making connections or critical thinking need to be fostered for a child to do well in school as well as in interactions and endeavors later in life.Ā This bookĀ is sometimes usedĀ as a text in college classes.Ā And yet, parents will easily find this content accessibleā¦
From Joni's list on toddler development and behavior.
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