ABSTRACT

This core introductory textbook offers an accessible yet rigorous approach to Early Childhood issues, addressing both Care and Education in the Early Years.  It presents a multi-disciplinary perspective and will add value to any Early Childhood Studies course at both foundation and degree level. This text engages the reader by providing real-world examples that underpin theoretical perspectives and bring examples to life, whilst providing the student with an opportunity to reflect on their own similar experiences. The book is supported with a range of useful supplementary materials including an exciting companion website package.

chapter |14 pages

Introduction

part |1 pages

Part 1 History and philosophy of early childhood studies

chapter 1|33 pages

Theories and theorists

chapter 2|26 pages

Developing your own philosophy

part |1 pages

Part 2 Early years development

chapter 3|31 pages

What is physical development?

chapter 4|31 pages

Cognitive development

chapter 5|33 pages

Language development

chapter 6|33 pages

Emotional and moral development

chapter 7|33 pages

Social development

part |1 pages

Part 3 Early childhood

chapter 8|24 pages

Families, homes and childhood

chapter 9|41 pages

Early education

part |1 pages

Part 4 Practitioners in early childhood

chapter 11|28 pages

The early years professional

chapter 12|29 pages

Reflective practice

chapter 13|31 pages

Working together