Formerly CIP. Uk

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1. An introduction to studying early childhood. Studying for a degree / Louise Dryden ; Upholding children's rights in early years settings / Carolyne Willow ; Becoming a reflective practitioner and practitioner research / Judy Stevenson ; Observation and assessment / Jonathan Glazzard -- Part 2. How children develop. How children develop / Penny Mukherji ; How children learn / Linda Pound ; The importance of play / Justine Howard -- Part 3. Influencing factors. The historical background of early childhood care and education : influencing factors / Linda Pound ; Social inequalities / Gianna Knowles and Penny Mukherji ; Health and well-being / Penny Mukherji ; Recent legislation and policy initiatives (1997-present) / Tricia Johnson -- Part 4. Approaches and practice. Curricula and pedagogic principles in the foundation stage (0-5) / Edwina Mitchell ; Working in partnership with parents in early childhood settings / Penny Mukherji and Vicky Mummery ; Safeguarding and protecting children / Claire M. Richards ; Management and leadership / Judy Stevenson -- Part 5. Implementing the curriculum. Young children's personal, social and emotional development : foundations of being / Julia Manning-Morton ; Communication, literacy and ICT / Louise Dryden ; Physical development and the role of the physical environment / Rita White ; Specific areas of development and learning (mathematics, understanding of the world, expressive arts and design) / Ros Garrick ; Transitions / Hilary Fabian.

Introducing the major concepts and theories of early years care and education, this text helps you examine topics in depth, using level appropriate tasks and further reading, as well as supporting your development of key academic skills.

Also issued online.