Caring for the Under-8s: Working to Achieve Good Practice

by Lance Lindon (Author), Lance Lindon (Author), Jennie Lindon (Author)

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  Paperback
  1993

  $5.84

  A practical workbook for early years trainees and workers that will bring them up to date with current thinking and practice. The Lindons write with understanding of the application of the key principles that support good practice and bring those principles alive by showing how they can be put into everyday use. The book describes children's development from birth to the eight birthday, and show how children can best be helped as they grow and change. Key skills such as observation and communication are covered, as are issues such as equal opportunities and partnership with parents. It offers support to workers and trainees aiming for level 3 of the NVQ/SVQ awards and equivalent NNEB, City and Guilds and BTEC courses. Useful organizations and sources of information are also included. Jennie Lindon has also written Working with Young Children: Encouraging their Development and Dealing with Problems .