Sites listed in this category may provide information on philosophies and methodologies of Early Childhood Education. Sites listed in this category may also provide classroom tips or teaching ideas related to a variety of subject areas.
Subject-specific sites should be submitted to the appropriate subject sub-category.
Home pages of preschools and daycare institutions should be submitted in the Regional category which corresponds with the location of the institution. SCHOOL AND INSTITUTION PAGES WILL NOT BE LISTED IN THIS SECTION.
Sites for national and international organizations related to the education of young children should be submitted in the Organizations sub-category.
A discussion forum about the why and how of implementing Charlotte Mason's educational ideas in the early childhood classroom. groups.yahoo.com/group/teacherscm
A place to ask questions and get responses from qualified preschool teachers. Includes an archive of questions asked previously. www.askthepreschoolteacher.com
Thematic reading and math readiness activities for kindergarten science and social studies units. Technology connected lessons for each unit plus links to age appropriate sites. kindergartenclass.netfirms.com
Activities and ideas for parents and teachers of young children. Also includes a page on frequently asked interview questions for beginning teachers. members.aol.com/amberp813
Assists educators in connecting technology with the way young children learn. Includes information about technology and curriculum, project planning, classroom arrangement, software selection, ergonomics, and internet safety. www.netc.org/earlyconnections
Kids at the Preschool Workshop are learning about the United States and other countries around the world. Educators can help by sending a postcard. preschoolworkshop.com
Over 6,000 free songs, crafts, games, snack ideas, and learning activities for preschool and kindergarten educators to use in the classrooms. Includes thematic units, professional development resources, and teacher forums. www.perpetualpreschool.com
Includes lesson plan themes, monthly calendars, educational activities, and free downloads appropriate for use with young learners. www.atozkidsstuff.com
Features thematic activities parents may do at home with toddlers; many games reflect the Montessori approach. Includes a support list and information on Cleft Lip and Palate. www.muddlepuddle.co.uk
Improving the education and general life experience of young children. Advice from experts in the early childhood field, creative projects, and sharing of ideas and questions with the early childhood community. www.earlychildhood.com
Includes information about educational practices, research, funding. A project of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. www.techandyoungchildren.org