Resources and Curriculum Recommendations
Resource Materials for Administrators
Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children From Birth Through Age 8 - guidelines to help teachers, program administrators, policymakers, and others make informed decisions about the education of young children. National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1834 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 2009-5786. 800-424-2460.
First Class - a guide for early primary education. California Dept. of Education, CDE Press, Sales Office, P.O. Box 271, Sacramento, CA 95812-0271. 800-995-4099. Fax: 916-323-0823.
The Human Side of Child Care Administration - a how-to manual. National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1834 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20009.
Pre-Kindergarten Learning and Development Guidelines -helps determine the kind of education that is appropriate for the Pre-Kindergarten age group. California Department of Education, CDE Press, Sales Office, P.O. Box 271, Sacramento, CA 95812-0271. 800-995-4099.
Preschool Director’s Survival Guide - forms, checklists, letters, and guidelines for day-to-day management. The Center for Applied Research in Education, West Nyack, New York 10995.
The What, Why, and How of High-Quality Early Childhood Education: A guide for on-site supervision. Authors: Koralek, D., Colker, L., & Trister Dodge, D. (2002). Washington, D.C.: NAEYC.
Curriculum and Resource Materials for Infant and Toddler Teachers
Degering, Etta. (1964/1977). My Bible Friends. (Set of five story books with accompanying CDs and DVDs). Washington, D.C.: Review and Herald Publishing Association.
Dennis, K. & Azpiri, T. (2005). Sign to Learn: American Sign Language in the Early Childhood Classroom. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf Press.
Heath, Beverly C. (2005). My Parts Equal Me! Our Rainbow Press: Marietta, GA. ISBN: 0-9752860-2-1.
Miller, Karen. (1999). Simple Steps: Developmental Activities for Infants, Toddlers, and Two-Year-Olds. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
Miller, Laura Ann. (2007). I See the Creatures God Made. Standard Publishing: Cincinnati, OH. ISBN: 978-0-7847-2095-0.
Miller, Laura Ann. (2007). I See the Me God Made. Standard Publishing: Cincinnati, OH. ISBN: 978-0-7847-2093-6.
Miller, Laura Ann. (2007). I See the World God Made. Standard Publishing: Cincinnati, OH. ISBN: 978-0-7847-2092-9.
Miller, Laura Ann. (2007). I See the Colors God Made. Standard Publishing: Cincinnati, OH. ISBN: 978-0-7847-2094-3.
Raikes, H. & Whitmer, J. (2006). Beautiful Beginnings: A developmental curriculum for infants and toddlers. Baltimore: Brookes Publishing.
Silberg, J. (1999). 125 Brain Games for Babies. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
Silberg, J. (1999). 125 Brain Games Toddlers and Twos. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
Surbeck, E. & Kelley, M. (Eds). (1990). Personalizing Care With Infants, Toddlers and Families. Wheaton, MD: Association for Childhood Education International. 800-423-3563.
Twombly, E. & Fink, G. (2004). Ages & Stages Learning Activities. Baltimore: Brookes Publishing.
Thompson, Kim Mitzo & Hilderbrand, Karen Mitzo. (1998). Hymns & Bible Songs. (Compact disc). Twin Sisters Productions. Contact information: 1-800-248-8946.
Learn to sign: Baby Signs.
Curriculum and Resource Materials for Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten Teachers
Cook Communications Ministries. (2006). Scripture Pictures - Journey through the Old Testament. Available at a local Adventist Book Center or at Cook Communications Ministries.
Cook Communications Ministries. (2006). Scripture Pictures - Experiencing the Life of Christ. Available at a local Adventist Book Center or at Cook Communications Ministries.
Cook Communications Ministries. (2006). Scripture Pictures - Miracles and Parables of Jesus. Available at a local Adventist Book Center or at Cook Communications Ministries.
Cook Communications Ministries. (2006). Scripture Pictures - God's Plan for the Early Church. Available at a local Adventist Book Center or at Cook Communications Ministries.
Davis, Lynn Marie. (2006). Health Improvement and Movement Songs. (Coaching demo and book). For more information, e-mail or call (678)-362-5933.
Hare, E. B. (2004). Classic Eric B. Hare Stories. Nampa, ID: Pacific Press Publishing Association. www.adventistbookcenter.com, 1-800-765-6955.
Hooper, Wayne. (1976). Sing a Bible Verse: Vol. 1, 2 & 3. Newbury Park, CA: Key Music Company. 805-413-7344.
Petrash, C. (1992). Earthways: Simple environmental activities for young children. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
Schiller, P. & Bryant, T. (1998). The Values Book: Teaching 16 basic values to young children. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
Smith, C. (1993). The Peaceful Classroom: 162 easy activities to teach preschoolers compassion and cooperation. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
Twombly, E. & Fink, G. (2004). Ages & Stages Learning Activities. Baltimore: Brookes Publishing.
Schallert, Kathy. (2000). Ten Commandments (Compact disc of Scripture songs). Kathy Schallert.
Waters. (2001). His Living Word (Compact disc of Scripture songs). Kalispell, MT: Restoration Recordings. Contact information: 1550 Mountain Meadows Road, Kalispell, MT 59901, (406) 756-8844 or 1 (888) 446-8844.
Morris, Bodil. (1996). Rivers of Living Water (Compact disc of Scripture songs). Collegedale, TN: Trilogy Music. Contact information: P.O. Box 1632, Collegedale, TN 37315.
Proclamation Music. (2000). His Song in my Heart (Compact disc of Scripture songs). Inchelium, WA: Proclamation Music. Contact information: P.O. Box 400, Inchelium, WA, 99138, (509) 722-4300; e-mail.
Early Childhood Resources for Preschools
Resource Organizations
Pacific Union Conference Early Childhood Education and Care web pages are complete with an informational guidebook, all adopted policies, procedures and guidelines, licensing application forms, center directory, preschool progress report form, newsletters, and links to helpful and useful sites relevant to early childhood education and care facility operation.
Adventist Child Care Network – support and nurture for Adventist child care professionals with information and encouragement for churches and individuals who are starting an Adventist child care center. For information e-mail Christine. View past newsletters.
Adventist Parenting e-magazine addresses issues of family faith and offers practical advice by age category to help raise confident, God-centered children.
CIRCLE- the Seventh-day Adventist clearinghouse for curriculum and other instruction resources.
Children’s Defense Fund National Observance of Children’s Sabbaths; Welcome the Child: Guide For Churches. 25 E. Street NW, Washington, DC 20001. 202-628-8787.
Ecumenical Child Care Network Congregations and Child Care, A Self Study Helping Churches Mind the Children. 8765 W. Higgins Road, Chicago, Il 60631. 773-693-4040.
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Department for Schools Feasibility and Planning Workbook for Early Childhood Education Centers. 8765 W. Higgins Road, Chicago, Il 60631. 800-638-3522 x 2857.
Indicators of Quality Guiding the Development and Improvement of Early Childhood Care and Education Programs. Pacific Union Conference Office of Education, 2686 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361. 805-497-9457 x306.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) 1834 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20009. 202-232-8777 or 800-424-2460.
National Child Care Systems (NCCS)- distance learning course material for introductory level early childhood teachers. NCCS is accredited through the Board of Regents University System in the state of Georgia.
North American Division Employment Opportunities: This web site provides a bulletin board to post current employment opportunities within the Adventist educational system.
Public Counsel Child Care Law Project Faith-based Organizations and Child Care Centers. 601 S. Ardmore Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005. 213-385-2977 x300.
Quality Criteria for School-age Child Care Programs NSACA Pilot Standards c/o AYS Services, 4720 N. Park Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46205. 317-283-3817.
United Methodist Church Publications Putting Children and Their Families First: A Handbook for Congregations. 800-305-9857.
Teachers Resisting Unhealthy Children's Entertainment is a national group of educators deeply concerned about how children's entertainment and toys are affecting the play and behavior of children in our classrooms.
Intervention Resources
Chandler, Phyllis. (1993). A Place for Me. Early Childhood Training Center, 6949 S. 110th St., Omaha, NE 68128-5722; Ph: 402-597-4820 or 1-800-89-CHILD
Donegan, M., Bock Hong, S., Trepanier-Street, M. & Finkelstein, C. (2005). "Exploring How Project Work Enhances Student Teachers’ Understanding of Children with Special Needs." Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 26, (1). pp.37-46
Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards (ISBN 87553-205-5) is an essential reference for every campus. The book is available at school supply centers or from the American Academy of Pediatrics, 141 Northwest Point Boulevard, P.O. Box 927, Elk Grove Village, IL 60009. (847) 228-5005
Family Matters Ministry with Dr. Kay Kuzma
Dr. Kay's Kuzma is known for her practical parenting presentations and for her skills to motivate audiences to make life changing choices about how they are relating to friends, co-workers, marriage partners, family and God. Kay's rich experiences as wife and mother of three grown children and eight grand children, give her messages a ring of authenticity. She's been there. She knows what she's talking about. And she lives her life according to the principles she promotes.
The philosophical base to her messages can be summed up in three words: Love Creates Love. Her testimonies of faith and inspiration have lead her to the pulpit of many churches where she inspires unbelievers to believe and believers to trust more fully in God's Word. Her spiritual motto for life can be found in two of God's statements: Psalms 50:15 "I want you to trust me in your time of need, so I can rescue you and you can give me glory," and Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord, "They are plans for good and not for evil to give you a future and a hope." Although she is best known in Christian circles, she is equally comfortable with secular audiences where she motivates and inspires them to reach their God-given potential for living a rich and meaningful life.
Heart n Home with Nancy Van Pelt
The purpose of Heart 'N Home is to restore families to the love, happiness and personal fulfillment that God intends for family living. Nancy's focus is always positive, attempting to present the finest methods of interacting in family situations at the finest time -- before problems develop. Prevention rather than cure! Heart 'N Home launches people into healthy, happy, fulfilled lives that glorify the Creator of family living. Happier individuals build strong families who profoundly touch the community, the nation and ultimately, the world.
IDEA 2004 News, Information and Resources
News, information and resources on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA), the nation's law that works to improve results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities
The Pre-Referral Intervention Manual by Stephen McCarny and Kathy Cummins. Hawthorne Educational Services, 800 Gray Oaks, Columbia, MO 65201; (573) 874-1710.
The Parent's Guide by Stephen McCarny and Angela Bauer provides solutions to today's most common behavior problems in the home. Hawthorne Educational Services, 800 Gray Oaks, Columbia, MO 65201.(573) 874-1710
Complete Learning Disabilities Handbook (ISBN 087-628-2397) by Joan M. Harwell. The Center for Applied Research in Education's Business and Professional Division, a division of Simon & Schuster, West Nyack, New York 10995. (201) 592-2481.