Key Concepts in Early Childhood Education and Care
, by Cathy NutbrownNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9781849204002 | 1849204004
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 2/7/2011
This new edition of Cathy Nutbrown's much loved book explains the key ideas and issues in Early Childhood clearly and concisely, keeping students up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.There are brand new entries on:- Attachment- Babies' learning and development- Children's Centres- Citizenship- Digital Technologies- Early Years Foundation Stage- Early Years Professional Status- Neuroscience- SexualitiesThe rest of the book has also been thoroughly updated and revised, and includes coverage of heuristic play, Early Literacy Development and Parental Involvement.The book offers starting points which provide a clear focus, further reading and discussion of research on thirty-five key topics. It is a must for students following courses in early childhood education and care.Professor Cathy Nutbrown directs and teaches on Masters and Doctoral programmes in Early Childhood Education at the University of Sheffield.