Children's Spirituality in Early Childhood Education : Theory to Practice

Omtale

This pioneering volume provides a thorough understanding of childrens spirituality from a holistic development perspective and explores the ways early childhood educators can nurture spirituality in the secular classroom. Making a critical distinction between spirituality and religion, this book draws on conceptual and empirical research, as well as authentic classroom vignettes to explore how theory translates into practice. Inviting readers to examine how their beliefs inform their practices, Childrens Spirituality in Early Childhood Education offers a purposeful window into supporting childrens learning and development with a focus on their souls, making it important reading for teachers, teacher candidates, researchers, and teacher educators in the field of early childhood education.