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Drawing on her experience and expertise as an education librarian the author of this article pinpoints some of the best resources that support research and publication in the field of early childhood education. Free and subscription-based databases are described, as well as print books, ebooks, and websites that cover a wide range of topics. This article serves as a comprehensive resource for early childhood educators and researchers who wish to keep up with the latest developments in early childhood education through research and professional development. Several resources are also provided for those early childhood teacher/scholars interested in writing for publication such as: databases of publishing opportunities, periodical directories, and step-by-step print and digital guides to academic writing and APA citation style.
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Heider, K.L. Identifying Resources that Support Research and Publication in the Field of Early Childhood Education: Advice from an Education Librarian. Early Childhood Educ J 41, 55–63 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10643-012-0568-z
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