Known for its how-tos, hands-on teaching tips and comprehensive approach, Beaver/Wyatts EARLY EDUCATION CURRICULUM: A CHILDS CONNECTION TO THE WORLD, 8th Edition, covers child development theories, history, the role of observation, assessment and evaluation, planning and implementation, inclusive child-centered environments, technology and developmentally appropriate curriculum content in 11 subject areas. Updated with the latest research and national standards, the text presents material on brain research that underlies teaching ideas as well as information on reflective practice, intentional teaching and using the environment as a teaching tool. It also includes expanded coverage of equity and diversity and organizes chapters into four new parts: Preparing for Learning through Assessment, Curriculum, and the Environment; STEM; Arts -- the "A" in STEAM; and Physical -- Senses of the Body.