Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Birth to Three Really Matters"

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"Early Years Library" series; Shows the various and complementary ways in which very young children are cared for in different settings based on the fundamental understanding that environment, health, community and family all influence a child's personal development and shape children's early experiences. With photographs. Spiral Bound, 168 pages. Size: 210 x 297 mm. Weight: 539g.

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ISBN: 1905019971
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Date: 2007 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Creative Activities for the Early Years"

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Packed with ideas and visual aids, this book helps those working with young children to encourage and nurture their creativity and imagination. It includes practical activities in Art, Dance and Music and ideas on how to link them together; and advice on how to make the most of music, lighting, space and nursery resources. With illustrations. New ed. Paperback, 120 pages. Size: 297 x 210 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: (Skinner, Stella M., ed.)
ISBN: 1412934486
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 2007 (United States)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Desirable Literacies"

Approaches to Language and Literacy in the Early Years

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What are the ways in which young children learn to communicate? This book explores various aspects of this topic, linking practical ideas for early years settings and classrooms to relevant theory and research. It addresses developments in media and the impact this has upon literacy in young children. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 288 pages. Size: 242 x 170 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: (Marsh, Jackie, ed.)
ISBN: 1847872824
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Desirable Literacies"

Approaches to Language and Literacy in the Early Years

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Helps develop professional knowledge and expertise in the area of language and literacy in the early years. This book provides a framework for the planning and delivery of an early years language and literacy curriculum, with references to the Desirable Outcomes. With illustrations. Paperback, 256 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 400g.

Author: (Hallet, Elaine, ed.)
ISBN: 1853964476
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 1999 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Early Childhood"

A Guide for Students

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Gives comprehensive coverage of various aspects of your early childhood course. This easy-to-use text explains theory in terms of classroom practice. It includes sections on: you and your learning; working with children; understanding child development; 0-3 Years; key stage 1; professional development; and, leading and managing. With illustrations (chiefly col.). New ed. Paperback, 344 pages. Size: 232 x 186 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: (Bruce, Tina, ed.)
ISBN: 1412920760
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 2006 (United States)
Readership: Tertiary Education (Us: College) Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Early Childhood Studies"

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"Early Childhood Studies" series; Early Childhood Studies is increasingly regarded as a separate academic discipline, backed up by a range of new initiatives and documentation. This work provides comprehensive coverage of course content, and an overview of various issues and approaches in Early Childhood Studies. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 240 pages. Size: 246 x 171 mm. Weight: 472g.

Author: (Willan, Jenny, ed.)
ISBN: 1844451186
Publisher: Learning Matters Ltd
Date: 2007 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Undergraduate Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Eight Essentials for Empowered Teaching and Learning, K-8"

Bringing Out the Best in Your Students

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Focuses on the quality of teaching and learning in elementary and middle school classrooms and helps teachers and students find more joy, satisfaction, and meaning in their work. This book explains how to measure quality, and covers the conditions under which students are empowered to reach their full potential. With illustrations. Paperback, 192 pages. Size: 280 x 216 mm. Weight: 554g.

Author: (Reifman, Steven M., ed.)
ISBN: 1412954428
Publisher: Sage Publications Inc
Date: 2008 (United States)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Improving Services for Young Children"

From Sure Start to Children's Centres

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Features insights gained from the National Evaluation of Sure Start (NESS). This work presents the effects of Sure Start from a range of perspectives and explores the successful and problematic aspects of the programme with its vision of improving the life chances of the most disadvantaged families. Paperback, 192 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 301g.

Author: (Anning, Angela, ed.)
ISBN: 1412948223
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"An Introduction to Early Childhood"

A Multidisciplinary Approach

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Covers all the major themes on Foundation Degrees in Early Years, Early Childhood Studies courses and Early Years BAs and BEds. With illustrations. Paperback, 192 pages. Size: 242 x 170 mm. Weight: 353g.

Author: (Waller, Tim, ed.)
ISBN: 1412910366
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 2005 (United States)
Readership: Tertiary Education (Us: College) Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Knowledge and Understanding of the World"

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"Curriculum Charts" series; Shows how the Stepping Stone for Knowledge and Understanding of the World lead into National Curriculum Level 1. This A3 planning chart is laminated to stand up to wear and tear. Miscellaneous Print, 1 pages. Size: 420 x 297 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: (Featherstone, Sally, ed.)
ISBN: 1905019548
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Date: 2006 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Learning Together in the Early Years"

Exploring Relational Pedagogy

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Explores relational pedagogy across different countries and in the context of an international field. This work covers the following areas: culture, environment and adult child relationships; adult-child relationships; and, adult-adult relationships for professional development. With 6 black & white illustrations, 19 black & white line drawings. Paperback, 256 pages. Size: 234 x 156 mm. Weight: 409g.

Author: (Moyles, Janet, ed.)
ISBN: 0415469333
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Looking at Early Years Education and Care"

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This text provides an introduction to research and thinking in early years curriculum, health issues, special educational needs, bilingualism, the role of adults working with young children and the role of parents in young children's development and learning. With illustrations. Paperback, 196 pages. Size: 244 x 170 mm. Weight: 428g.

Author: (Drury, Rose, ed.)
ISBN: 185346659X
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date: 2000 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"Managing Early Years Settings"

Supporting and Leading Teams

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Encourages practitioners to consider both theory and practice, including value based practice and the skills required for working within a new multi-disciplinary environment. This book puts children and families at the centre of good early years leadership. Paperback, 176 pages. Size: 242 x 170 mm. Weight: 555g.

Author: (Robins, Alison, ed.)
ISBN: 1847873200
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Pre-School & Kindergarten

"The New Early Years Professional"

Dilemmas and Debates

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Celebrating the spirit and need for increased multi-disciplinary working and co-operation in the care and education of children, this book addresses the emergence of a different type of early years professional. It covers key issues such as: families, children and culture; health and well-being; leadership and management; and more. Paperback, 220 pages. Size: 246 x 174 mm. Weight: 505g.

Author: (Nurse, Angela D., ed.)
ISBN: 1843124238
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date: 2007 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Undergraduate Pre-School & Kindergarten