Table of Contents

Introduction: The Role of Good Practice in the Early Years Janet Kay 1. Play in Early Years Education Philippa Thompson 2. Children's Rights and Participation Anne Kellock 3. Reflective Practice Anne Kellock and Jonathan Wainwright 4. Diversity and Inclusion in the Early Years Penny Borkett 5. Growing and Developing Karen Hardy 6. Promoting Young Children's Health Sarah Procter 7. Child Protection and Safeguarding Issues Rosemary Furey 8. Working with Parents and Families Damien Fitzgerald 9. Multi-Agency Working Jonathan Wainwright Conclusions Janet Kay Index

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An accessible comprehensive guide to good practice in the early years for all early years and childcare students and practitioners.

About the Author

Janet Kay is a Principal Lecturer in Early Childhood Studies at Sheffield Hallam University, UK.

Reviews

‘A comprehensive andthought-provoking introduction to professional practice in the early years. This book draws on contemporary research in very engaging ways and will appeal to those who are seeking insights into the complexities andrewards of working in early years settings. Highly recommended.' Jennifer Sumsion, Foundation Professor of Early Childhood Education, Charles Sturt University, Australia