Tools of the Mind: The Vygotskian Approach to Early Childhood Education

Now in its third edition, this classic text provides in-depth information on Vygotsky's theories and neo-Vygotskian research, with practical strategies for teachers to scaffold young children's development through mature make-believe play, language, and social interactions.

It features new chapters on brain development and scaffolding in the zone of proximal development, plus content on technology, dual language learners, and students with disabilities, offering concrete tactics to foster higher mental functions and self-regulation.