Themes and Debates in Early Childhood

′Ideal as text for students engaged in early childhood studies courses, this is  also a very useful starting point for stimulating discussion and reflection among members of existing early years teams′ -- Early Years Update
Use of extracts from other authors is useful in encouraging students to engage in wider reading. -- Dorothy McMillan * drupal *
a useful book - especially reflections on practice -- Dr Jackie Musgrave * drupal *
A really useful book to encourage students to think about their research focus.
A very accessible read -- Helen Perkins * drupal *
An essential text that can be used to support professional development -- Miss Donna Luck * drupal *
The recommendations for further reading will be very helpful for students -- Miss Lorna Wardle * drupal *
Especially helpful at Levels 4 & 5, this text is well-presented. The extracts from other texts, ′points to consider′ and chapter summaries will be especially valuable. The extensive reference lists provide students with encouragement to read further. -- Mr Keith Savage * drupal *
Useful text as a discussion starter for class work -- Mr Patrick Meehan * drupal *
This text is essential reading for students of early years education who need to understand and engage with the complexities of the current themes in early years education. The activities throughout help students to link theory to practice, while the thought-provoking questions will be equally helpful to tutors and course leaders. -- Mrs Anna Colgan * drupal *
Short, informative chapters for students to explore perceptions on current themes within the sector. Used as a recommended read for students to develop their wider reading to enhance individual research into a chosen subject area. Very worthwhile text. -- Mrs Caroline Guard * drupal *
this is a great book discussing relevant themes and issues witin the Early Years Sector.
At the end of each chapter there are questions to consider to further learning and knowledge. This is really useful to extend and encourage knowledge further. -- Mrs Dawn Stuart * drupal *
I really like this book, particularly strand 2, Exploring learning and well-being. very user-friendly and is well written. -- Mrs Hayley Roberts * drupal *
A collection of really interesting chapters on a wide range of current topics in Early Childhood. -- Mrs Heather Macdonald * drupal *
The book highlights issues related to policies and legislation in early years. It is a good read for undergraduate learners studying early childhood education. -- Mrs Jeenal Desai * drupal *
This book has really helped my Foundation Degree students get a grasp of current themes and debates happening in their area. -- Mrs Karen Fullman * drupal *
Appropriate as an introduction to the course as it touches upon many modules and key themes. -- Mrs Louise Webber * drupal *
Contemporary, accessible and worth reading -- Mrs Michelle Rogers * drupal *
Useful for students who are required to think critically about current issues in the sector. -- Mrs Nicola Firth * drupal *
A resources that covers a variety of topics such as children′s rights and play etc. easy to understand and a valuable resource across many programmes. -- Mrs Pamela Canning * drupal *
A well written book that explores in good detail the components required to be an effective practitioner. -- Mrs Rosalind Roberts * drupal *
This is an excellent book that discusses relevant themes and issues useful when teaching degree courses in Early Childhood Studies and related disciplines. This is really useful to extend students′ knowledge further. -- Mrs Svetlana Shivacheva * drupal *
Highly relevant to students on early years programmes, with topics such as children′s rights and voice, and inclusivity in early years. -- Ms Carol Setchell * drupal *
Does what the title states and provides a useful springboard for discussion and debate in the classroom. -- Ms Kathy Piercey * drupal *
Provides information on key current debates in Early years with reflection points through out.
This will be very helpful to all foundation degree students. -- Ms susan Gunn * drupal *