\u003cp\u003eThis critically acclaimed, lavishly illustrated book will help educators create the highest quality learning opportunities for a new generation of children. The Second Edition features substantial and important changes, including the addition of new chapters by pioneers of the work that happens in the \u003cem\u003eatelier \u003c/em\u003ewho draw on several decades of experience.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eatelier \u003c/em\u003eor studio is a key element of the renowned preschools and infant-toddler centers of Reggio Emilia, Italy. This beautiful, full-color resource explores how the experiences of children interacting with rich materials in the\u003cem\u003e atelier\u003c/em\u003e affect an entire school\u0026rsquo;s approach to the construction and expression of thought and learning. The authors provide examples of projects and address practical aspects of the \u003cem\u003eatelier\u003c/em\u003e, including organizing the environment and using materials. No other book presents a more thorough examination of the philosophy, practice, and essential influence of the Reggio-inspired studio.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContributors:\u003cstrong\u003e Pauline Baker, Barbara Burrington, George Forman, Susan Harris MacKay, Giovanni Piazza, Carlina Rinaldi, Lori Geismar Ryan, \u003c/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Vea Vecchi.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026ldquo;This book\u0026rsquo;s great illustrations and enthusiasm for learning make it difficult to put it back on the shelf!\u0026rdquo;\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026#8212;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSchoolArts\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026ldquo;Brims with suggestions and examples of projects and testimonies, and should become a requirement for all graduate students entering the education field.\u0026rdquo;\u003cbr /\u003e\u0026#8212;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJournal of the Association for Childhood Education International\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026ldquo;Will help to promote a vibrant and creative approach to learning that will enrich American children\u0026rsquo;s educational experience.\u0026rdquo;\u003cbr /\u003e\u0026#8212;\u003cstrong\u003eBarbara and Eric Carle\u003c/strong\u003e, author and illustrator of \u003cem\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
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