Early childhood studies
Johnston, Jane, 1954-2009
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This core introductory textbook offers an accessible 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 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.
Main title:
Early childhood studies / Jane Johnston and Lindy Nahmad-Williams.
Imprint:
Harlow : Pearson Longman, 2009.
Collation:
xx, 455 p. : col. ill., ports. ; 27 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Contents Preface Acknowledgements About the authors and contributors Guided tour List of abbreviations Introduction Part 1 History and philosophy of early childhood studies 1 Theories and theorists 2 Developing your own philosophy Part 2 Early years development 3 What is physical development? 4 Cognitive development 5 Language development 6 Emotional and moral development 7 Social development Part 3 Early childhood 8 Families, homes and childhood 9 Early education 10 Special needs and inclusion: policy and practice Part 4 Practitioners in early childhood 11 The early years professional 12 Reflective practice 13 Working together 14 Leadership and management in early years settings Glossary IndexPart 1 History and philosophy of early childhood studies 1 Theories and theorists 2 Developing your own philosophy Part 2 Early years development 3 What is physical development? 4 Cognitive development 5 Language development 6 Emotional and moral development 7 Social development Part 3 Early childhood 8 Families, homes and childhood 9 Early education 10 Special needs and inclusion: policy and practice Part 4 Practitioners in early childhood 11 The early years professional 12 Reflective practice 13 Working together 14 Leadership and management in early years settings
ISBN:
9781405835329 (pbk)
Dewey class:
305.231
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
2069788
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