Unpacking the Infant-Toddler Pyramid ModelAmy Hunter Mary Louise Hemmeter Kathryn M. Bigelow Neal M. HorenLabel: Brookes Publishing CoDescription: The highly anticipated follow-up to Unpacking the Pyramid Model this one-of-a-kind book is the first to provide a comprehensive step-by-step overview of the widely used Pyramid Model Practices for infants and toddlers from birth to three. With this accessible training guide teachers and providers will use research-based practices to meet the unique needs of infants and toddlers—and boost their social-emotional development in the critical first years of life.Created by the Pyramid Model developers and experts with extensive training experience this book gives readers a complete introduction to the framework plus in-depth guidance evidence-based practices and helpful checklists for implementing all levels of the Pyramid Model: universal targeted and individualized. Teachers and providers will learn how to:Address their own well-being to prepare for their important workBuild positive partnerships with families and colleaguesDevelop predictable and responsive schedules routines and transitionsPromote children’s social skills and emotional competenciesSupport children’s active engagement with their environment and peersCreate an anti-racist and inclusive early care environmentMeet the needs of young children who have experienced traumaUnderstand prevent and effectively respond to challenging behaviorProvide individualized support for children with persistent needs related to social-emotional developmentand behaviorUse data to monitor Pyramid Model practice implementation and effectsIdeal for use in preservice and inservice training this book will expertly prepare infant–toddler teachers and providers to give the youngest children a strong foundation of social-emotional competence.Practical Materials: Checklists of Effective Practices for each main topic covered; tools for observation planning and reflection; vignettes and photos illustrating classroom examples.
