Originally published in German, this volume clearlyand succinctly outlines the anthroposophical viewof child development from birth through age three,and makes concrete suggestions of how to supportchildren’s physical, emotional, and spiritual growthin an out-of-home care setting.This English-language edition is intendedto inform birth-to-three programs in theUnited States and other countries, as wellas being a resource for parents, therapists,and anyone with an interest in thisspecial period of human life.A new introduction by SusanHoward and a list of resourcesavailable in English havebeen added to this edition.It is a companion volume toDevelopmental Signatures: CoreValues and Practices in WaldorfEducation for Children Ages 3–9(WECAN/AWSNA).