Introducing Malaguzzi: Exploring the life and work of Reggio Emilia's founding father Contributor(s): Smidt, Sandra (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415525012 ISBN-13: 9780415525015 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $47.45 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Early Childhood (incl. Preschool & Kindergarten) - Education | Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects - Biography & Autobiography |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2012019574 |
Series: Introducing Early Years Thinkers |
Physical Information: 0.34" H x 6.13" W x 9.22" (0.50 lbs) 136 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Loris Malaguzzi is recognised as the founder of the extraordinary programmes of preschool education that developed after the war in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Deeply embedded in the cultures and communities they serve, these unique preschools have justifiably become famous throughout the world. In this accessible and engaging text, Sandra Smidt examines how Malaguzzi's philosophy developed out of his personal experiences of growing up in post-fascist Italy. His ideas are explored and illustrated throughout by examples relating to everyday early years practice. The key themes explored include:
This book will be of benefit to all those working with young children and essential reading for students on early childhood education programmes. |