Bending Water: Valuing a Child's Point of View - Softcover

Geier, Suzanne; Potter, Wendy

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798999902009

Verlag: G&P, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

Bending Water chronicles the story of the Brevard Community College Lab School, a pioneering program in Florida that reimagined early childhood education by placing parents at the heart of their children's learning journey. Drawing on decades of experience, authors Suzanne Geier and Wendy Potter blend personal anecdotes, developmental theory, and practical guidance to illustrate the profound impact of parent-child bonding on a child's growth. Through detailed chapters on daily life, physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development, the book reveals how the Lab School's collaborative approach empowered both parents and children to thrive. The narrative is enriched by expert testimonials and real-life stories from families and educators, demonstrating how nurturing, understanding, and engagement can transform the parenting experience and support a child's individuality. The book also explores the historical context of Brevard County during the space race era, highlighting how community needs shaped the Lab School's evolution. With insights for parents, educators, and anyone invested in child development, Bending Water serves as both a tribute to an innovative educational model and a practical guide for fostering resilient, confident children in today's world.

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Geier earned a BA from Duke University with a major in psychology and a minor in philosophy, an MS from Florida Technological University (now the University of Central Florida) in psychology, and an Ed. D. from Nova University in educational administration. She was Barbara Young's second Lab School teacher, became a parent educator, and was the program's director when she retired. She spent her professional life working with children and families.She and her husband, Bill, an electrical engineer in the space program's early days, lived on the Indian River in Rockledge with their two children. Now retired, she enjoys cooking, the outdoors, engaging with others, and community involvement.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: G&P
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798999902009
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 160
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