Early Childhood Education Concepts

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Building block years

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A term referring to the foundational years in early childhood education where basic skills and concepts are developed.

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Developmentally appropriate practices

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Educational practices that are based on the age, individual needs, and developmental stage of children.

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Child-centered approach

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An educational approach that focuses on the needs, interests, and learning styles of the child.

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Concrete

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Refers to learning experiences that are tangible and can be directly experienced by children.

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Custodial

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Relating to the care and supervision of children, often emphasizing safety and basic needs.

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Ethic of social reform

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The belief that education should contribute to societal improvement and social justice.

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Importance and uniqueness of childhood

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The recognition that childhood is a distinct and valuable stage of human development.

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Infant school

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An early form of schooling for young children, typically before they enter primary school.

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Integrated curriculum

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An educational approach that connects different areas of study by cutting across subject-matter lines.

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Integrated day

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A school day structure that allows for flexible scheduling and integration of various subjects.