Early Childhood Studies
A Student's Guide
- Damien Fitzgerald - Sheffield Hallam University, UK
- Heloise Maconochie - Purdue University Fort Wayne
The second edition of this indispensable textbook supports your academic development as you explore key concepts, theories, and practices. Engaging case studies bring theory to life, encouraging you to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. Reflect on your own beliefs and values with thought-provoking reflection points, while actionable steps guide you in translating theory into practice. Stay current with an extensive list of further readings, ensuring you remain at the forefront of research and practice. Includes key features such as:
- Learning outcomes
- Action points
- Case studies
- Reflection points
- Spotlights on policy/research
- Chapter summaries
- Further readings
Each chapter begins with Learning Outcomes and ends with a summary, to guide your studies and package the most complex of subjects in a digestible and understandable form. Unsure how Early Years policies are implemented and impact young children? Curious about working with multilingual children and families? This updated edition covers topics ranging from children's neurological development, to the impact of technology and digital culture, to childhood disability and SEND. Complete and comprehensive, this is the only textbook that will support you from the moment your degree begins right up to your graduation.
Whether you're embarking on a career in early childhood or seeking a deeper understanding of this vital field, this book equips you with the essential knowledge and tools to make a positive impact in the lives of young children.
I like the inclusion of updated material in line with curriculum guidance and general practice updates. The book is set out well for students and provides a good bridging textbook to lead students to deeper and more specific reading.
Fantastic ECS book for students, not many like this on the market.
Useful chapters on play, creativity and learning dispositions for background reading.
Very student friendly text, the inclusion of spotlights, suggested further readings and relevant case studies will allow early childhood studies students to develop their learning, knowledge and understanding of issues relevant to practice in the early years sector
A great update to an essential text for Early Childhood Studies students. From the glossary through each chapter. students are clearly introduced to key ideas, relevant perspectives, additional reading, and helpful diagrams, activities and case studies.
