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Overview
Designed for students on Early Years Foundation Degrees and Early Childhood courses, Early Years professionals and Teaching Assistants, this engaging text prodvides a comprehensive introduction to the field of early childhood.
Written and edited by experts in the field, the book clearly explains theory through illustrations of good practice, with case studies, reflective excercises, and suggestions for further reading. Additional case studies and reflective questions for student or lecturer's use can be found on the SAGE website.
Each chapter has been revised with an emphasis on encouraging reflective practice and there are new chapters on:
personal, social, and emotional development
EYPS
health and safeguarding children.
This brand new edition has also been updated in light of the new Early Years Foundation Stage, and addresses the needs of students working towards Early Years Professional Status (EYPS).
Synopsis
Designed for students on foundation degree and early childhood studies courses, this easy-to-use text comprehensively covers all aspects of your early childhood course. Written by experts in the field, the theory is clearly explained in terms of classroom practice, and each chapter includes case studies, exercises for further study, and a useful glossary of key terms.
The sections include:
- You and your learning Working with children Understanding child development Birth to three years Key Stage 1 Professional development Leading and managing
Editorials
From the Publisher
Praise for the first edition:'Because it includes new research and guidelines, the book's not just excellent for students but very useful for pre-school practitioners across the board. Highly recommended!' - Sure Start Magazine
'[This book] is a very useful for pre-school practitioners, across the board, with useful case studies, illustrations of good practice and reflective exercises' - Early Years Educator