The complete text on understanding the role of movement in a young child's life and education.

Part 1Basics of Movement Education -- Chapter 1 Movement's Role in Child Development 2 -- Chapter 2 Movement's Role in Musical and Creative Development 27 -- Chapter 3 Child Development Characteristics and Their Impact on the Movement Program 45 -- Chapter 4 Content of the Movement Program 92 -- Part 2 Planning For Movement and Music -- Chapter 5 Lesson Planning 130 -- Chapter 6 When, Where, and What of Movement Sessions 146 -- Chapter 7 Choosing and Using Music 170 -- Part 3 Facilitating Movement Experiences -- Chapter 8 Teaching Methods 196 -- Chapter 9 Creating and Maintaining a Positive Learning Environment 213 -- Part 4 Movement and Music Through the Day -- Chapter 10 Movement across the Curriculum 230 -- Chapter 11 Using Movement and Music for Transitions 263 -- Chapter 12 Bringing Movement Education Outdoors 278 -- Appendix 1 Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Movement Programs for Young Children Ages 3-5 295 -- Quality Movement Programs for Young Children 296 -- Premises of Movement Programs for Young Children 297 -- Intended Audience 299 -- Integrated Components of Appropriate and Inappropriate Practice in Movement Programs for Young Children Ages 3-5 299.