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Diversity and Marginalisation in Childhood
A Guide for Inclusive Thinking 0-11



March 2021 | 272 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd

This core text offers students an accessible foundation to the topics of diversity, inclusion and marginalisation. Not only will they develop an understanding of how marginalisation happens, they will be encouraged to question and challenge policy and practice through case studies, reflective questions and activities. The book analyses issues encountered by marginalised groups and the impact these may have on the lives of those concerned, together with how practitioners can help to empower these individuals and groups.

With key chapters bringing attention to less cited marginalised groups such as transgender children, children with mental health conditions and looked after children, the author critically analyses the difficulties and challenges of inclusive ideology in practice, the role of mass media in reinforcing prejudice and examines theoretical frameworks and concepts related to marginalisation, inclusion and diversity.

 
Introduction: Understanding Marginalisation
 
Chapter 1: Critical Inclusion: Concepts, Theories, Challenges and Practice
 
Chapter 2: Mass Media, Social Bias and the Representation of Minority and Marginalised Groups
 
Chapter 3: Child Poverty and Low-Income Families
 
Chapter 4: Stigma of Mental Ill-Health in Childhood
 
Chapter 5: Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
 
Chapter 6: Children in Care, Fostering and Adoption
 
Chapter 7: Gender Development and Identities: Intersex and Transgender Children
 
Chapter 8: Religion, Antisemitism and Islamophobia
 
Chapter 9: Asylum Seeker and Refugee Children (and Children who have English as an Additional Language)
 
Chapter 10: Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children
 
Chapter 11: Supporting 'Most Able' Children
 
Conclusion: Final Thoughts on Critical Inclusion

Diversity and Marginalisation in Childhood is a work of critical inclusive education. It is accessibly written but also demands critical thinking. Hamilton introduces readers to the philosophical and sociological schools upon which much policy and practice is based and encourages, through good use of case study-based tasks, readers to link theory with practice in inclusive education.

Dominic Griffiths
Visiting Research Fellow, Manchester Metropolitan University

This foundational text explores diversity, inclusion, and marginalisation with clarity and depth. Through engaging case studies and reflective exercises, readers are encouraged to question existing policies and practices. The author examines the challenges faced by often-overlooked groups like transgender children and those with mental health conditions, offering practical insights for practitioners. From critiquing inclusive ideologies to analysing media influence, this book equips readers with the tools to empower marginalised communities effectively. Suitable for degree students on early years and childhood programmes.

Mrs Carly Blackburn
Social and Community Practice, Bradford College
April 23, 2024

Sample Materials & Chapters

Chapter 7 - Gender Development and Identities