An Introduction to Early Childhood : A Multidisciplinary Approach

′This is a comprehensive text that addresses the multidisciplinary nature of early childhood studies…it will be valuable for students undertaking early childhood studies degrees and for those embarking on postgraduate courses. It encompasses the latest developments in the UK and provided some very useful references for further study, particularly websites.′
-Wendy Jolliffe, University of Hull

Linking theory to multiprofessional practice in the early years′ field, this book explores all the major themes of care and education in early childhood.

Included are chapters on:
- children′s learning
- children′s rights, child protection and children′s health
- inclusion and special educational needs
- collaborative practice across education, health and social work
- international perspectives on early childhood.

Each chapter will contain summaries of key points and directs the readers towards further reading for continued study.

Students on Early Childhood Studies, Early Years Foundation Degrees and Early Years QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) courses will find this book invaluable, no matter what their previous academic experience. The book is also useful for students on HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) and NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) courses.

Tim Waller is Director of Postgraduate Studies in the Department of Childhood Studies at Swansea University. He has extensive experience in planning, directing and examining early childhood studies degree courses.

Tim Waller is Editor of this book, and Professor of Child and Family Studies at Anglia Ruskin University. The majority of the contributors are based at the University of Northampton, and this is very much a team book.