Safety, Nutrition and Health in Child Care Centers will prepare child directors, assistant directors and teachers to deal with issues of children's safe environments and good nutrition and health, in a practical and realistic manner.

It covers basic information, theory, and health assessment tools. In addition, the book includes practical applications, care-giving skills, cultural sensitivity and resources needed for working with children, families and staff.

Organized to deliver the material so it is easy to learn and understand, it also includes color art and photographs which help to emphasize key points as well as reflect the diversity in child care.