The Practical Guide to Quality Child Care "is a uniquely comprehensive manual for administrators who manage childcare facilities. This clear and easy-to-read handbook provides specific guidelines for virtually every aspect of early childhood administration. The sample criteria, procedures for program development, schedules and applications and evaluation forms are invaluable tools for every childcare facility manager.

Dr. Pam Schiller is the best-selling author of several Gryphon House books, including: Creating Readers, Complete Resource Book, The Values Book, Start Smart, and Count on Math.

Patricia Carter Dyke has been involved with early childhood education for over 30 years and currently serves as a consultant.