Author Description
The Hidden History of Early Childhood Education provides an understandable and manageable exploration of the history of early childhood education in the United States. Covering historical, philosophical, and sociological underpinnings that reach from the 1800s to today, contributors explore groups and topics that have traditionally been marginalized or ignored in early childhood education literature. Chapters include topics such as home-schooling, early childhood education in Japanese-American internment camps, James "Jimmy" Hymes, the Eisenhower legacy, Constance Kamii, and African-American leaders of the field. This engaging book examines a range of new primary sources to be shared with the field for the first time, including personal narratives, interviews, and letters. The Hidden History of Early Childhood Education is a valuable resource for every early childhood education scholar, student, and practitioner.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the marginalized and overlooked historical, philosophical, and sociological foundations of early childhood education in the United States from the 19th century to the present. Edited by Blythe F. Hinitz, the text compiles contributions from various scholars to broaden the historical record of the field. By utilizing previously unexamined primary sources, the authors argue that a more inclusive history is necessary to understand the current landscape of early childhood pedagogy and policy.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical analysis of early childhood education from the 1800s through the modern era
- Examination of marginalized groups including African-American leaders and Japanese-American experiences in internment camps
- Primary source evidence including personal narratives, letters, and original interviews
- Case studies on influential figures such as James Hymes and Constance Kamii
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and practitioners identify this work as a significant contribution to the historiography of American education. Readers frequently note that the text provides a necessary expansion of the traditional canon by highlighting diverse voices and previously undocumented perspectives.
Page Count:
282
Publication Date:
2013-04-26
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-10:
0203814428
ISBN-13:
9780203814420
History
Early Childhood
Sociology
Education
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