Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum and Instruction

Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum and Instruction examines how research in child development can inform curriculum design and instructional practice to prepare children for informed, thoughtful participation in society. Viewing curriculum through a developmental lens, this timely and accessible volume connects theory, research, and educational practice to support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and academic growth. Edited by Gordon Biddle and Garcia-Nevarez, and authored by an expert team of contributors, the book emphasizes inclusive, evidence-based approaches that address the diverse abilities and needs of all learners, including children with significant medical, intellectual, and developmental challenges.

Key Features

• Research-informed guidance for designing curriculum and instruction grounded in child development
• Comprehensive coverage of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development
• Examination of heritable and environmental influences on children’s developing sense of self
• In-depth discussions of language and literacy development, mathematical cognition, and growth mindsets
• Evidence-based positive behavioral interventions and supports
• Application of developmental science to inclusive educational environments
• Consistent chapter features linking content to:
• Promoting Social and Emotional Competence Theory
• Research-to-Practice Connections
• Common Core and other educational standards
• Social Justice and Diversity
• Essential reading for students, educators, and teacher candidates seeking to translate developmental theory into effective educational practice