Bio:

**Effective Practices in Early Childhood Education: Building a Foundation** (4th Edition) by Sue Bredekamp presents an updated, research-informed framework grounded in **Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)** aligned with NAEYC standards. It emphasizes three core themes—**intentional teaching**, **developmentally appropriate curriculum**, and **evidence‑based, effective practices**—and adds a new focus on **executive function**, **self‑regulation**, and **positive approaches to learning**. This edition also expands content on the central role of **play** in learning, offers a fully revised **STEM teaching and learning** chapter, and highlights **culturally responsive** practices for diverse classrooms .