An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies
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An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies by Trisha Maynard
`The text has a comfortable style and delivers a rich array of insightful discussion, interesting theory and material that is both relevant to the undergraduate student and, in parts, the practising educational psychologist′ - Debate `I read the manuscript of this book at the preparation stage and was impressed with it. I feel now as I did on first reading, that this text should be recommended reading for early childhood studies students at the start of their course′ - International Journal of Research and Method in Education `This multi-professional book is just what is needed for students and practitioners, as it raises important issues and challenges, and invites dialogue and reflection in a reader friendly way′ - Tina Bruce, Freelance Consultant `The text is timely in the context of the increasing call for interdisciplinary working… it reflects changing theories, discourses and practices and I shall certainly recommend it as an excellent introductory undergraduate students′ textbook′ - Carol Aubrey, Professor of Early Childhood Studies, University of Warwick An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies is a comprehensive text that has been designed to provide students with an introduction to the main theories and issues within the field of early childhood studies. The book adopts a multi-discplinary approach and pulls together all the key themes involved in the study of young children and childhood, and successfully demonstrates how these can be translated into real-life practice. Written by a team of leading academics and practitioners, this is a lively and engaging textbook and is illustrated throughout with student-friendly features such as `real-life′ case studies and guides for further reading. It is a core text for all those involved in the study of childhood, particularly students in the fields of childhood studies; social work; social policy and education. It is also an invaluable resource for practitioners and policy makers working with children.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780761970743 |
| ISBN 10 | 0761970746 |
| Title | An Introduction to Early Childhood Studies |
| Author | Trisha Maynard |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications Inc |
| Year published | 2004-09-29 |
| Number of pages | 280 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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