1st Edition
Introducing Malaguzzi Exploring the life and work of Reggio Emilia’s founding father
By Sandra Smidt
Copyright 2013
144 Pages
by
Routledge
144 Pages
by
Routledge
144 Pages
by
Routledge
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Loris Malaguzzi is recognised as the founder of the extraordinary programmes of preschool education that developed after the war in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Deeply embedded in the cultures and communities they serve, these unique preschools have justifiably become famous throughout the world.
In this accessible and engaging text, Sandra Smidt examines how Malaguzzi’s philosophy developed out of... Read more
1. The life and times of Loris Malaguzzi 2. What makes Reggio Emilia so special? 3. The importance of relationships 4. The importance of listening and documentation 5. The hundred languages of children 6. The hundred languages of teachers 7. The story of the Theatre Curtain 8. Responding to the needs of babies and toddlers 9. Democracy and participation in early childhood education
Biography
Sandra Smidt is a writer and consultant in early years education. Her most recent titles include Introducing Bruner (2011) and Introducing Vygotsky (2008), both published by Routledge.
