Differentiating for the Young Child: Teaching Strategies Across the Content Areas (K-3)

"Whenever anyone asks me for advice on parenting and educating young children, I refer them, without hesitation, to Smutny and von Fremd. Their very special talent is in helping adults nurture and cherish the creativity and learning joy that is so intrinsic in young children. And since children are so different and unique, differentiation techniques provide the key to unlocking their wonderful potential."
Susan Winebrenner, Author
Teaching Gifted Kids in the Regular Classroom

In today’s classroom, how do we begin to teach children with a wide range of development abilities? Is it even possible to effectively teach a whole group that includes dramatic variations in abilities and skills? This informative guide helps teachers address today’s increasingly diverse student body while meeting the demands of curriculum standards.

Differentiating for the Young Child focuses on differentiating in the classroom--beginning with the differences of the child and adjusting the lessons accordingly. Smutny and von Fremd approach differentiating as a journey and present a five-step sequence that addresses the elements of traveling that tailored path with your K-3 learners. Complete with forms, charts, samples, and appendices, this book will help general education teachers:

• Explore vital elements of a differentiated classroom
• Clarify the assessment of students, including strategies and progress measurements
• Improve the fit between your curriculum and your students
• Apply?differentiating to language arts, social studies, science, and math

With this guide of key elements of differentiation, take the first step of a journey that will inspire new directions for you and your students!