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ERIC Number: EJ312532
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Why Nursery Education?
James, Cynthia
Early Child Development and Care, v17 n4 p319-35 1984
Explains the need for nursery education in England and the concept of nursery education. The nature and needs of preschool children, the importance of the family, and the role of the teacher are discussed. The nature of nursery school curriculum is also presented. (AS)
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Family Influence, Family School Relationship, Foreign Countries, Nursery Schools, Preschool Children, Preschool Curriculum, Preschool Education, Teacher Influence, Teacher Role
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: England