Mathematics for Young Children Jean Shaw Early childhood educators are aware of the need to study, evaluate and upgrade the mathematics experiences they offer to three-to-six year old children. This book is designed to help educators bring the principles of mathematics into their early childhood curriculum in a developmentally appropriate way. 56 pp. (2005) ISBN#O-942388-32-1 $10.95 SECA Member / $12.95 Non-member

The Portfolio and Its Use: A Road Map for Assessment (Second Edition) Sharon MacDonald Used by classroom teachers and in university teacher preparation courses. Learn how to implement the portfolio method and develop an authentic assessment system for your program. Includes forms that may be duplicated and updated references. 85 pp. (2005) ISBN#O-942388-31-3 $17.95 SECA Member / $19.95 Non-member

Powerful, Positive and Practical Practices: Behavior Guidance Strategies Jeanette C. Nunnelley Child behavior in the early childhood program is a major concern for most professionals. This easy to read book provides a review of direct and indirect guidance techniques and helpful exercises designed to put these techniques into action. A wonderful resource for parents as well as seasoned teachers. 30 pp (2002) ISBN#O-942388-27-5 $5.50 SECA members / $6.50 Non-member

Behavior Guidance for Infant and Toddlers Alice Honig Get ideas and strategies for managing the infant/toddler classroom from a nationally known expert. Lots of “how-to’s” and practical strategies for the infant/toddler teacher. 63 pp. (2000) ISBN#O-942388-18-6 $4.50 SECA members / $5.50 Non-member

Including and Supporting Preschool Children with Developmental Delays in Early Childhood Programs Editors: William Brown and Maureen Conroy An excellent information and research review book for educators who work with children, with and without developmental delays. 128 pp. (1997) ISBN 0-942388-22-4 $6.75 SECA Member/$7.95 Non-member
Menu for Successful Parent & Family Involvement Paul Wirtz and Bev Schumacher Getting parents involved in an early childhood program takes creativity, great ideas and strategies that make it easy for parents to become involved. Explore successful experiences in working with families and get help to develop a “menu” of activities and strategies that will work for you. 56 pp (2003) ISBN#O-942388-28-3 $5.50 SECA Member / $6.50 Non-member
Books from SECA Publishing
Can You Really Say No? Standards & Good Practice Can Work Together! Michele French Accountability standards often pose a dilemma for professionals, particularly in early childhood programs. Learn about blending accountability standards and good early childhood practice in your classroom Includes sample activities and learning strategies for the K-3 teacher. (2004) ISBN#O-942388-29-1 $14.95 SECA Member / $16.95 Non-member	Your Child’s Brain: Food for Thought Clarissa Leister This booklet makes an excellent addition to any parent resource and information library with its easy to understand review of brain research and child growth and development. Also appropriate for beginning staff. 28 pp. (1999) ISBN#0-942388-25-9 $4.00 SECA members / $4.50 Non-member

Dimensions of Early Childhood Copies of SECA’s nationally recognized journal are available through the SECA office. Great to give to Board members, parent groups and anyone interested in early childhood education. #DEC 1 Individual Copies $2.50 SECA Member/$3.50 Non-member #DEC 2 Annual Subscription $25.00 US/$35.00 International

Available March 2005!

Dimensions on CD Tired of trying to find the journal to make paper copies of Dimensions articles? You’ll now be able to buy these articles on CD. Each CD will include 10 articles published within the last five years, as well as a SECA position statement on the issue. Use these CD’s for staff development, to replace paper course packets, or anywhere you would use copies of articles. #DCD 01 Dimensions on CD: Health, Development & Play #DCD 03 Dimensions on CD: Early Literacy & Language Development #DCD 02 Dimensions on CD: Math, Science and the Arts #DCD 04 Dimensions on CD: Staff Development & Professionalism $10.00 SECA Member/$12.00 Non-member

We’re working to make your SECA membership really valuable to you and are offering some of your favorite titles from other publishers at discounts to SECA members. Take advantage of the “extras” of SECA membership!

Primary Art: It’s the Process, Not the Product
MaryAnn F. Kohl
Over 100 art experiences for children ages 5-8 that value the process of creating art more than the final product.
Encourage artistic expression at every level, from beginning to advanced.
192 pp. (2005/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-283-3 $17.95
SECA Member/$19.95 Non-member

The Anti-Bullying and Teasing Book for Preschool Classrooms
Barbara Sprung and Merle Froschl with Dr. Blythe Hinitz
With over 40 activities that focus on controlling teasing and bullying with friendship, community and expressing feelings, this
book is a must-have for every preschool teacher.
128 pp. (2005/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-242-6 $12.95
SECA Member/$14.95 Non-member

Success From the Start
A video training series for child care professionals from the Velma E. Schmidt Programs of the University of North Texas. Designed to provide foundations in early literacy training to childcare professionals, these video sets include seven tapes: Literacy Frameworks, Phonological Awareness, Motivation to Read and Literary Forms, Letter Knowledge and Early Word Recognition, Written Expression, Health and Wellness, Listening Comprehension and Vocabulary Development. Each tape is 30 minutes or less and can provide a springboard for discussion in a training you design for your staff.
$59.00 SECA Member/$79.00 Non-member VO1

Preschool Classroom Management
Laverne Warner and Sharon Anne Lynch
An invaluable resource for both new and experienced teachers, this book includes strategies and techniques to help children develop into independent individuals who can control their emotions, make positive decisions and learn effectively.
240 pp. (2004/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-291-4
$20.95 SECA Member/$24.95 Non-member

Sanity Savers for Early Childhood Teachers
Sharon MacDonald
From cleaning up messes to simple storage ideas to inventive cost-cutting strategies, this essential resource is packed with over 200 ways to help you keep your sanity in the classroom.
128 pp. (2004/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-236-1
$12.95 SECA Member/$14.95 Non-member

Do You Know the Muffin Man
Pam Schiller and Thomas Moore
Singing songs and reciting rhymes and chants with children is a great first step towards literacy, and the ideas in this book will breathe new life and learning into familiar songs, rhymes and chants.
254 pp. (2004/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-288-4
$17.95 SECA Member/$19.95 Non-member

Activities that Build the Young Child’s Brain
Suzanne Gellens
Incorporate brain development activities into your program! Included are 350 brain enriching activities to create an environment that will stimulate a young child’s brain. Classroom activities easily adapt to family child care and home use.
84 pp. (2000/Early Childhood Association of Florida)
ISBN#0-9707823-0-6
$10.50 SECA Member/$11.95 Non-member

Early Childhood Workshops That Work! The Essential Guide to Successful
Training and Workshops
Nancy P. Alexander
Design, organize and evaluate effective workshops for early childhood professionals and/or families.
314 pp. (2000/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-215-9
$25.50 SECA Member/$29.95 Non-member

Teachable Transitions
Rae Pica
Filled with movement activities, games, fingerplays, chants and songs, Teachable Transitions offers a variety of ways for your preschoolers to move through their day.
144 pp. (2003/Gryphon House)
ISBN#0-87659-281-7
$12.95 SECA Member/$14.95 Non-member

SECA and August House Publishers have joined together to provide you with the best in children’s literature and the “know-how” to effectively use children’s storybooks in your program. Each kit contains a storybook from August House and a teacher’s guide from SECA with ideas on extending your reading time into other areas of the curriculum. LK 100 Stone Soup LK 200 Sitting Down to Eat LK 400 A Big Quiet House $6.95 SECA Member/$8.95 Non-member

SECA position statements and brochures give educators and families up-to-date research-based information at their fingertips. Position Statements PS 800 Arts and Movement Education for Young Children (2003) PS 700 Diversity in Early Childhood Education (2003) PS 600 Early Literacy and Beginning to Read (2002) PS 500 Brain Research and Its Implications for Early Childhood Programs (2001) PS 400 Assessing Development and Learning in Young Children (2001) PS 300 Supporting Learning with Technology in the Early Childhood Classroom (2000) PS 200 Quality Child Care (2000) Package of 25 $9.50 SECA Member/$11.50 Non-member Package of 50 $17.95 SECA Member/$19.95 Non-member

Child Care Checklist Guide families on choosing quality child care with this durable brochure. Available in English or Spanish. #BRO2E English version #BRO2S Spanish version Package of 25 $13.50 SECA Member/$17.50 Non-member Package of 50 $26.50 SECA Member/$30.50 Non-member Checklist for Diversity in Early Childhood Education and Care Use this checklist to ensure that your program incorporates diversity strategies into your everyday curriculum. Includes features of a culturally diverse and developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom. #BRO3E Package of 25 $13.50 SECA Member/$17.50 Non-member Package of 50 $26.95 SECA Member/$30.95 Non-member

SECA Gift Certificates Give the gift that keeps giving to that special early childhood educator. Gift certificates are available in increments of $5, with a $10 minimum. Call the SECA office at 1-800-305-7322 for more information.