{"product_id":"early-childhood-studies-9781138674417","title":"Early Childhood Studies","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fully updated new edition offers a comprehensive, accessible, yet rigorous introduction to the study of Early Childhood that will will add value to any Early Childhood Studies course at both foundation and degree level. Addressing both care and education in the Early Years, the book considers a range of multi-disciplinary aspects of Early Childhood; including health, social, educational, psychological and sociological perspectives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly Childhood Studies engages the reader by providing real-world examples that underpin theoretical perspectives and bring examples to life, while encouraging practitioners to engage in reflective practice by considering their own similar experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngaging activities and case studies that bring theory to life \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting-edge research \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical tasks and advice with points for further reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd of chapter summaries, Reflective Tasks and\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRhiannon Packer, Senior Lecturer, University of South Wales, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout of the book is comprehensive and the guidance on how to use the book is very clear and easy to follow. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter guides the reader step by step with each section clearly explained and well referenced. The reading list at the end of each chapter provides an opportunity for further exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activities presented at different stages throughout the chapters provoke much food for thought and as a lecturer, are activities that could be used within the teaching environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArguments are well presented and include guidance on how the student could consider presenting arguments or critically analyse information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoy Chalke, Course Leader Early Childhood Studies, University of Portsmouth, UK\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt covers a wide range of topics that we have units of study related to . It is easily accessible with diagrams, pictures and research and tasks that break up the text so therefore is accessible for first years who have to develop the skills of reading at length. It is well written and easy to read. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeborah Albon, Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Studies, London Metropolitan University, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood overview of a range of models of child development especially\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is clearly set out and attractive to use and I think this is especially important at level 4 – the presentation, whilst attractive, does include thinking through of complex topics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary Dyer, Senior Lecturer in Early Years, University of Huddersfield, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Strengths are its] …breadth of subject coverage which includes aspects of policy and practice, professional development, and research and theory concerning children’s early holistic development. The reflective exercises and examples are good talking\/thinking points for students at all levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The second edition of the text \u003cem\u003eEarly Childhood Studies\u003c\/em\u003e retains many of the excellent features which has made it an essential text for students studying on early childhood studies degree courses. The addition of two new chapters on Play and Safeguarding Children are welcome additions to the original content, and the refreshing of the existing chapters has ensured that the new text is reflective of the many and significant changes which have occurred in the period since the book was first published. Sources, research and terminology have been updated to reflect the growing trends and changes in the sector; thus, providing an exemplary model for students to follow as they commence their own journeys into study. I would highly recommend this text to my students studying on the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree.' - Alison Riley, Bishop Grosseteste University'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Early Childhood Studies\u003c\/em\u003e is an accessible book that provides students with a comprehensive and detailed discussion of Early Childhood theory, philosophy, policy and practice. Reflective tasks are built into the chapters so that students can apply their own learning in relevant and thought provoking ways. Students are also supported to develop valuable study- and research skills and encouraged to refine their knowledge of specialist terminology. This book will be a valuable resource for any student wishing to study Early Childhood Studies.'- Dr Kate Bacon, Senior Lecturer, University of Central Lancashire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart 1 History and philosophy of early childhood studies\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Theories and theorists 2. Developing your own philosophy \u003cb\u003ePart 2 Early years development \u003c\/b\u003e3. Physical development 4. Cognitive development 5. Language development 6. Emotional and moral development 7. Social development \u003cb\u003ePart 3 Early childhood \u003c\/b\u003e8. Families, homes and childhood 9. Early education 10. Play 11. Special educational needs and inclusion: policy and practice 12. Safeguarding children \u003cb\u003ePart 4 Practitioners in early childhood \u003c\/b\u003e13. The early years professional 14. Reflective practice 15. Working together 16. 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