Early Childhood Education and Care

′Each section has its own introduction and can stand alone - indeed the chapters, although they are clearly interconnected, can be accessed individually. This makes this an ideal book to dip in to when researching a particular aspect of early years practice′ -- Early Years Update * Early Years Update *
The text promotes knowledge and understanding of education and care for early years specialists, primary teachers and childhood practitioners. It offers a variety of strategies and approaches to enhance professional development. This book is well written, accessible and engages the reader throughout. It is a valuable learning and reference tool which will appeal to a wide audience who seek insight into early years. -- Brenda Dunn and Jill Shimi * Scottish Educational Review *
This book is an invaluable resource for all students in the field of early childhood studies who envisage a career as professionals in the field as it introduces a number of concepts of early childhood education and care that can benefit enormously the professional practitioner in recognising today’s issues of their practice and support children and families in a broader socio-cultural context. -- Dr. Ioanna Palaiologou
A useful introduction to the topic as a starter to any degree. -- Miss Alyson Lewis * drupal *
I would recommend this book to all practitioners working in the early years. -- Miss KATY MEREDITH * drupal *
This book was liked by my childcare students. Interesting points were raised and they said it was an enjoyable read. -- Miss Naomi Whale * drupal *
This is good introduction to the field and provides a useful and varied range of perspectives. -- Mr Luke Champion * drupal *
Some refreshing ideas are developed in this book and the recommended reading and websites are well researched. -- Mr Mark Wilkins * drupal *
A good, all round book, useful for our BEd students in their second year stage of the course. -- Mrs Ani Thomas * drupal *
This is an excellent book. It covers many of the various topics required for the course. It clearly explains child development and the different stages. Easy to read. -- Mrs Cheryl Hine * drupal *
This book is perfect for my subject ′child in society′. The layout is also very easy to follow and includes reflective activities and case studies, which always help support my lectures.
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-- Mrs Cindy Fincham * drupal *
I really enjoyed reading this book and found it useful and informative. It is well laid out and easy to read. I particularly enjoyed the Reflective Activity sections in the chapters, allowing me the opportunity to reflect as well as the students. -- Mrs Dawn Rigby * drupal *
A really remarkable book to empower my students -- Mrs Donna O'Connor * drupal *
This is a very accessible and user friendly text for students currently studying on early childhood studies programmes. It not only emphasises and reminds us of the key themes that have shaped early years practice, but it also draws on recent research to help make these essential links between theory and practice. There are also activities throughout the text which are very valuable in extending thinking and enabling reflection of the many issues discussed. These include play, the role of the family within society, and practice and provision within the UK and abroad. The section on ′the professional as a researcher′ is also an invaluable addition to help support students with the research process. -- Mrs Gillian Danby * drupal *
Illustrated with examples of practice from a range of settings, this accessible text is essential reading for all those studying on Early Years, Early Childhood Studies and Early Years Education and Care courses. -- Mrs Helen Middleton * drupal *
I used this book to help me with the structure of the course and my preparation as a tutor
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I signposted some students to this to enable further reading around a topic
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-- Mrs Jan Mulvaney * drupal *
A good introductory text which provides signposts for the reader to follow and expand knowledge on chosen aspect; good range of reflective activities; particularly like the sections on the child in the socio-cultural context and international approaches -- Mrs Janet Harvell * drupal *
Well done, this book has been a good source of detail to support students in their independent studies and several units on both the BA and FdA in Early Years. This is placed on the reading list to supplement and widen students knowledge. -- Mrs Keris Batley * drupal *
Essential background for all levels encompassing the revised EYFS -- Mrs Louise Atkins * drupal *
This is a clearly written book which gives clear and helpful information for learners to understand.
Excellent resource! -- Mrs Marion McGuire * drupal *
A wide-ranging book which covers a lot of ground. Case studies and examples from international perspectives were interesting and well selected. The book would be useful across a range of modules, rather than for one specific one. -- Mrs Mary-Louise Maynes * drupal *
Good overview of some of the essential content of any early childhood studies programme. Presented in manageable chunks for students to access. -- Mrs Michelle Armstrong-Harris * drupal *
The inclusion of international examples supports the message of professionalising the sector. An interesting read which will enable critical reflection on key issues. -- Mrs Nikki Fairchild * drupal *
An excellent resource which provides learners with an Introduction to their chosen subject. -- Mrs Sharon Lock * drupal *
This book gives higher level students some new approaches to supporting early childhood. Good links to theory and international approaches, as well as supporting the developing practitioner. -- Mrs Stephanie Schofield * drupal *
Valuable core text for the FdA, part of indicative reading for Growth and Development module, The Curriculum module and Sociological Perspectives in childhood. -- Ms Alison Horner * drupal *
An excellent resource to support students on the foundation degree in early years programme and is added to their reading list for next year′s cohort. Current and accessible to support independent study. -- Sasha Pleasance * drupal *