In The Three Rs of Leadership, Dr. Julie K. Biddle, PhD, redefines the concept of leadership in early childhood education, proposing a model of shared responsibility among school stakeholders. In this revised perspective, leadership is not tied to a single leader but is instead a quality of organizations that can be exerted by anyone. When educators enter into supportive relationships with each other; engage in reciprocal learning with students, parents, and colleagues; and reflect on their practice, they contribute to the evolution of leadership thinking and leadership action.

Drawing on her 30-plus years of working in and with schools, Dr. Biddle explores the three Rs of leadership in the context of developmentally appropriate programs that promote and support meaningful learning. Chapters in this book examine:

• Strategies for building and supporting relationships within early education programs

• Practices that encourage reciprocal "give-and-take" learning in schools in both formal and informal ways

• Guidelines for reflective practice with colleagues and students

Examples drawn from specific curriculum models and early childhood programs illustrate the ways in which The Three Rs of Leadership can positively impact teacher knowledge, student learning, and program effectiveness.