{"product_id":"lisa-murphy-on-being-child-centered","title":"Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered","description":"\u003ci\u003eLisa Murphy on Being Child Centered\u003c\/i\u003e provides an in-depth exploration of the author's approach to working with children. Lisa Murphy outlines nine characteristics programs need to build an environment that's child-centered, where play, developmentally appropriate practice, and academic standards all come together under one roof. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Nine characteristics of a child-centered environment: \u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren are provided long periods of uninterrupted free time to explore their environment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChildren are provided lots of time outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChildren are able to explore the environment with few restrictions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdults control the environment, not the children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdults serve as facilitators within the space\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdults articulate the intention behind their words and actions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdults are familiar with current research and the key contributions of historical child development theorists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdults are aware of the importance of keeping it real\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChildren are provided time and opportunity to create, move, sing, discuss, observe, read, and play every day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Using true-to-life examples, anecdotes, and Lisa Murphy's signature conversational style, this book presents and explores the true identifying characteristics of a hands-on, play-based, child-centered environment.","brand":"Redleaf Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50020507025658,"sku":"9781605546155","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/1253\/1962\/files\/imageloader_1bcf9498-12a9-456c-be4e-c551be04af96.jpg?v=1786136886","url":"https:\/\/mindsourcebooks.com\/products\/lisa-murphy-on-being-child-centered","provider":"Mind Source Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}