by:
Ernst, Linda L.

Publisher:
Neal-Schuman Publishers
Published:March 1, 2001
ISBN:1555703917
Format:Paperback
Pages:217

Description: From School Library Journal
A practical book for beginners in baby programming and for seasoned professionals. Lapsit Services for the Very Young (Neal-Schuman, 1995) is one of the most valuable resources for librarians who provide programs for infants, and this new volume will proudly stand on its own in the body of work on this subject. Although some formatting is similar to the earlier title, the information and ideas in Lapsit II are all new. Ernst offers valuable explanations of the latest in brain-development research, stages in early-child development, and an excellent Webliography. This volume is rich with book suggestions, finger rhymes, songs, extension ideas, and other program resources. Thematic indexes and camera-ready handouts make it an essential tool for busy librarians trying to serve their youngest customers.

Cathy Fithian Williams, Columbus Metropolitan Library, OH

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Description:
This practical and essential "how-to" is both a companion to Ernst's highly acclaimed Lapsit Services for the Very Young and a stand-alone guide to providing programs and services for children 12 to 24 months old and their adult caregivers. Ernst covers the latest child development research, and provides extensive ideas for planning and executing theme, grab bag, and other lapsit programs.

More than 125 books are recommended with annotations, along with nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and songs. A theme index provides easy access to resources. Musical enhancements, flannel boards, puppetry, activities, displays, and handouts are also included, as well as Internet sites.