Preschool in Three Cultures Revisited: China, Japan, and the United States
by Joseph Tobin, Yeh Hsueh, Mayumi Karasawa
A comparative study revisiting preschool education in China, Japan, and the United States, exploring how cultural values shape early childhood practices and classroom life.
About This Book
This book revisits and expands upon a landmark cross-cultural study of early childhood education.
It examines how preschools in China, Japan, and the United States reflect and shape societal values and child-rearing beliefs.
The authors use detailed observations and interviews to explore daily routines, teaching philosophies, and classroom interactions.
By comparing these three countries, the book highlights both shared goals and distinct cultural approaches to preschool education.
The work provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers interested in early childhood development and cultural context.
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