With the introduction of the Early Years Foundation Stage, young children's personal, social and emotional development is an area of ever-increasing interest to those working in the field of early childhood. This fully revised third edition of Marion Dowling's best selling book has been updated and expanded to include: personal, social and emotional development in children 0-6 years; an update on recent and current national developments which impact on young children's personal development; comprehensive references to the Early Years Foundation Stage; links to Early Years Professional Standards; research on brain development and links to young children's well-being and learning; aspects of work with children from culturally diverse backgrounds; and, multi-agency working, including Children's Centres, extended schools and communities. Easy to read and including new case studies and points for practice this book is essential for students and practitioners.
| ISBN | 1848601069 | | Pages | 240 | | ISBN13 | 9781848601062
(What's this?) | | Volumes | 1 | | Publisher | SAGE Publications Ltd | | Weight (grammes) | 454 | | Imprint | SAGE Publications Ltd | | Published in | London | | Format | Paperback | | Height (mm) | 242 | | Publication date | 21 Oct 2009 | | Width (mm) | 170 | | DEWEY | 372.21 | | Spine width (mm) | 15 | | DEWEY edition | DC22 | | Academic level | Tertiary education |
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The Seeds of Confidence Living and Learning with Others Becoming Independent Emotional Well-Being Dispositions for Learning Young Children's Behaviour Young Children's Spirituality Living in the Wider World Outdoors: A Haven for Personal Growth Working with Families to Support Young Children's Personal Growth Being alongside the Child
'As in the first edition of this important book, Marion Dowling takes up all the main issues confronting those who work with young children in a wide variety of settings. The explanations, case studies and suggestions provide an invaluable resource for all of us who aim to build solid foundations right from the start' - from the foreword by Lillian Katz, Professor of Early Childhood Education, University of Illinois, USA
'Those who know the quality of Marion Dowling's work will not be disappointed ... As always her deep understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of very young children shines through her work' - Lesley Staggs, National Director, Foundation Stage, Primary National Strategy
'[This book] should be essential reading for students studying for early years qualifications...The author brings a wealth of experience in the world of early years to her writing, combining this with a wisdom and understanding of what really matters for young children. The text is thoroughly researched and referenced but the author's writing style is very readable and engaging' - Early Years Update
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