What All Children Need

In the second edition of What All Children Need, Linda Dunlap provides important new information and guidance for educators, counselors, clinicians, and others who deal with children's development. Although concepts and ideas from numerous educational and psychological theorists are included, the book's framework is based on the seven levels of Abraham Maslow's "Hierarchy of Needs." Dunlap's intent is to provide concrete and practical examples of ways to nurture developmental needs of children in relation to Maslow's theory. Teachers, child-care providers, psychologists, counselors, social workers, therapists, and school administrators and staff will find this book of interest.

This resource for educators, counselors, and clinicians provides practical examples of ways to nurture the developmental needs of children. Dunlap's (psychology, Marist College) approach is based upon Abraham Maslow's "Hierarchy of Needs." Sample topics include the effects of low income on children's health; the need for rules and guidelines; and the value of encouraging creativity, imagination, curiosity, and intuitive thought. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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Written for those working in the educational system or otherwise providing childcare, this work discusses developmental needs of children and methods for adults to help children fulfill their needs. Although the ideas of a variety of educational and psychological theorists are included, the framework for the discussion is based upon Abraham Maslow's "hierarchy of needs." Chapters are devoted to creating a safe environment, letting children know they belong and are valued, building positive self-esteem, helping children create knowledge, and enhancing creativity and morality. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Linda L. Dunlap is Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of Psychology at Marist College, New York. Professor Dunlap holds a doctorate in psychology from the University of Iowa.