Science Education During Early Childhood a Culturalhistorical Perspective

This book highlights those aspects of Vygotskian theory which are most cogent to Science Education, including the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD), concept development, play and imagination. Whilst these and other Vygotskian constructs apply to both research and practice in all forms of Science Education, this book employs a specific and critical focus on one or two key concepts for each context.

This book highlights those aspects of Vygotskian theory which are most cogent to Science Education, including the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD), concept development, play and imagination. Whilst these and other Vygotskian constructs apply to both research and practice in all forms of Science Education, this book employs a specific and critical focus on one or two key concepts for each context.

This exciting new book brings fresh knowledge of affective pedagogies in early childhood education and care. The book draws on cultural-historical theory in alignment with visual methodologies to elucidate infant-toddlers’ affective pedagogies through analysis of case examples.

Editors: Briggs, Rahil D. (Ed.)
​Outlines the implementation of integrated early childhood behavioral health programming into pediatric primary care
Explores the process of programming, evaluation, reimbursement, silos, and workforce training
Details the effects of toxic stress and the scientific basis for prevention and intervention during early childhood
Examines universal screening for early childhood social-emotional and developmental problems​

This direct guide supports practitioners in nurturing personal, social and emotional development (PSED) in young children by demystifying brain development research.