Early Childhood Studies: Principles and Practice

This fully updated new edition offers a comprehensive, accessible, yet rigorous introduction to the study of Early Childhood, making it an indispensable resource for early years students and professionals. Knowledge and understanding of the subject are explored in a genuinely holistic way, giving consideration to a range of multidisciplinary aspects of early childhood including health, social, educational, psychological and sociological perspectives. Key features include reflective tasks at three levels for students and professionals, links of theory to practice, cutting-edge research, end of chapter summaries, and key pointers to resources for a deeper understanding of issues discussed.