Observe children with intent and purpose.

Focused Observations, Third Edition, explains how observation can help you get to know each child well, track progress, and plan individualized curriculum. It also provides tools and techniques to help you strengthen your observations, document in time-efficient ways, create portfolios with rich documentation, and support each child. You will also learn how to share your findings with families and grow as an observer through review and reflection activities.

Learn answers to common questions about observation, including:

• Why should I use observation in my classroom?
• What does effective observation and documentation look like?
• How do I fit in observation and documentation so that it doesn’t take away from teaching and interacting with children??
• How does the observation process work with early learning guidelines?