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## The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook, Second Edition Excerpt

Read this excerpt from The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook, Second Edition to get a preview of the book's contents and the first chapter, An Introduction to Coaching! [Read More](/content/resource-library/early-childhood-coaching-handbook-second-edition-excerpt/index.html)

## An Overview of The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook, Second Edition

View this presentation for a comprehensive overview of The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook, Second Edition. This presentation explains features of the book, describes new content, and highlights the practical forms included in the book. [Read More](/content/resource-library/overview-early-childhood-coaching-handbook-second-edition/index.html)

## 10 Key Elements of Coaching in Early Childhood

Effective coaching practice should embody certain elements. Use this tip sheet as a reminder of the 10 key elements of coaching best practices as used in early childhood education. [Read More](/content/resource-library/10-key-elements-coaching-early-childhood/index.html)

## The Coaching Quick Reference Guide

The five key characteristics of early childhood coaching are: joint planning, observation, action/practice, reflection, and feedback. Use this guide to quickly find definitions at your fingertips as well as the role of the coach and coachee for each of these characteristics. [Read More](/content/resource-library/coaching-quick-reference-guide/index.html)

## What’s New in the Second Edition of The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook?

The new edition of the bestselling The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook is packed with even more practical tools to help early childhood professionals conduct skillful coaching in homes, schools, and communities. View this handout for a quick peek at the new content included in updated edition. [Read More](/content/resource-library/whats-new-second-edition-early-childhood-coaching-handbook/index.html)
