This thesis reviews infant learning literature, describes infant education programs, and discusses Piaget's theory of development. Also presented is a curriculum model which is Piagetian in perspective and includes: (1) information on some psychological foundations of infant education; (2) a planning component explaining appropriate settings,…

This autobiographical paper provides an account of the professional growth of a woman who worked as a Head Caregiver in a family center for children aged 6 months to 2 1/2 years. The paper contains observations and thoughts about children, staff interaction, parent-staff interaction, and staff development. An appendix provides samples of materials…

This study offers a description of the daytime programs and facilities serving the preschool population in Denmark, with emphasis on the types of programs offered, their administrative organization, minimum standards, scope and cost, and supply and demand. The greatest detail is given to the "bornehave" and "bornehaveklasse"…