A Guide to Early Years Practice

by SandraSmidt (Author)

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  Illustrated
  2007

  $3.40

  This is a practical, accessible guide to early years practice. The author examines current theories about how children learn best and focuses on how we can support and extend the learning of young children. This fully revised edition discusses Birth to Three Matters, the new Childcare Bill and the development of children's centres, and has additional focus on the Foundation Stage Profile Packed full with case studies, the book offers: * practical advice on how to successfully involve parents as equal partners in the education of their children * guidance to ensure that the activities and support offered to young children will promote learning across a broad and balanced Early Years curriculum * a focus on special needs, multiculturalism and multilingualism, play and culture, and the importance of interactions with adults and with peers. Essential reading for students on Early Years courses, this book is also invaluable for practitioners, who can use this text as the starting point for developing their own methods within the frameworks of statutory documents relating to Early Years education.

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.25

  Important changes in Early Years policy have been made since the first edition of Sandra Smidt's book was published in 1998. With the British government's commitment to funding nursery education for all four-year-olds, those working in this field must develop their knowledge of child development and theories of learning. This volume highlights initiatives such as the replacement of Desirable Outcomes by the Foundation Stage and Early Learning Goals. This second edition is particularly appropriate for those implementing the government's new Sure Start programmes. As with the first edition, this book may be used as a core text for students and teachers alike involved in any area of Early Years teaching.