This practical handbook shows teachers how to nurture a kindergarten learning environment in which children feel safe, comfortable, and able to take risks. It offers innovative ways to encourage children to explore, experiment, discover, solve problems, and freely interact with one another. Based on extensive classroom practice, it demonstrates when teachers need to provide support, ask questions, and provoke thinking, and when they should step back and give children room to explore on their own. This remarkable book offers concrete suggestions for creating play-based learning in a culture of inquiry. It is committed to creating classrooms where children can learn and grow while they play.

Lori Jamison Rog has more than 20 years of experience as a classroom teacher, K-12 curriculum consultant, and reading assessment specialist. Active with many literacy associations, Lori is a popular speaker at conferences across North America and beyond. Lori is currently an independent consultant, providing professional development to schools and districts. Lori lives in Vancouver.

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Donna-Lynn Galloway has been a dynamic and passionate educator for more than 30 years. As the Early Years Consultant for Halton Catholic District School Board, Donna-Lynn was responsible for implementing the full-day kindergarten program. A popular presenter, she works with teachers on all aspects of kindergarten, conferencing, and reading instruction. Donna-Lynn currently resides in Belwood, Ontario and Florida.

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