Early Childhood Studies: Principles and Practice (Johnston Jane)(Paperback)

Early Childhood Studies: Principles and Practice (Johnston Jane)(Paperback)

This fully updated new edition offers a comprehensive, accessible, yet rigorous introduction to the study of Early Childhood, making it an indispensable resource for early years students and professionals. Knowledge and understanding of the subject are explored in a genuinely holistic way, giving

Language and Literacy for the Early Years (Neaum Sally)(Paperback)

This core text for early childhood studies and early years students focuses on communication, language and literacy in the pre-school years. The text begins by discussing language acquisition and development covering development theory, talking with babies and the factors that affect development

Early Childhood Studies: A Multidisciplinary Approach (Willan Jenny)(Paperback)

Set to be the new go-to text for Early Childhood Studies, this comprehensive book provides an essential introduction to the field. Written in a fresh and interesting style, the book covers topics such as early childhood in a global context; historical and contemporary theories of child development;

International Perspectives on Early Childhood Education and Care (Georgeson Jan)(Paperback)

There is a growing interest in understanding how early years care and education is organised and experienced internationally. This book examines key influential approaches to early years care as well as some less well-known systems from around the world. In particular the book aims to: Inform those

A Guided Reader to Early Years and Primary English: Creativity, Principles and Practice (Mallett Margaret)(Paperback)

A Guided Reader to Early Years and Primary English draws on extracts from the published work of some of the most influential education writers to provide insight, guidance and clarity about key issues affecting early years practitioners and primary English teachers. The book brings together key

Your Guide to Outstanding Early Childhood Practice in ICT (Sung Hui-Yun)(Paperback / softback)

Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education (Gasper Michael)(Paperback)

This book provides an introduction to the theory and practice of mentoring, coaching and supervision in the context of early childhood education and care. Written by a team of scholars from the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia and the USA the book includes a range of annotated case studies to

Advanced Work-based Practice in the Early Years - A Guide for Students(Paperback / softback)

Inspired by the first-hand experiences of those studying early childhood education and care, this book supports students as they gain advanced knowledge and skills, and embark on the journey from inexperienced student to graduate professional.Bringing together advanced theory, links to research,

Teaching Young Children: Choices in Theory and Practice (Macnaughton Glenda)(Paperback)

This book presents early childhood students and staff with a broad and diverse range of teaching techniques to support children's learning. It examines 26 techniques ranging from simple ones, such as describing and listening, to more complex methods, such as deconstruction and scaffolding. The

Crime Prevention: Principles, Perspectives and Practices (Sutton Adam)(Paperback)

Crime Prevention: Principles, Perspectives and Practices introduces readers to the theory and practice of crime prevention. Now in its third edition, this book argues for a combination of social and situational/environmental crime prevention strategies as more effective alternatives to policing,

Understanding Gender and Early Childhood: An Introduction to the Key Debates (Josephidou Jo)(Paperback)

Understanding Gender and Early Childhood is a comprehensive and accessible introduction into the main issues around gender and what these mean for our youngest children. Drawing on key theories and research, and illustrating each topic with case studies, reflective questions and a summary of key

Principles of Horticultural Physiology (Durner Edward F.)(Paperback)

Understanding the physiology of plants is fundamental to horticultural studies and practice. Aimed at undergraduates, this major textbook covers applied aspects of physiology related to horticultural crops. The author discusses specific physiological processes in relation to horticultural

Studying Childhood and Early Childhood: A Guide for Students (Sambell Kay)(Paperback)

Covering all the key themes, different theoretical views and approaches to studying childhood and early childhood, this book guides you through your course, telling you exactly what is expected of you throughout your studies. It will ensure you develop the skills you need to become successful, and

Assessment in the Primary Classroom: Principles and Practice (Earle Sarah)(Paperback)

Essential reading to support principled assessment decisions in the classroom Assessment has become an increasingly complex area for primary schools in recent years, with schools and academy trusts trying to create their own ways of assessing without levels. Trainee teachers find it hard to

Language Assessment: Principles and Classroom Practices (Brown H. Douglas)(Paperback)

Language Assessment: Principles and Classroom Practices is designed to offer a comprehensive survey of essential principles and tools for second language assessment. Its first and second editions have been successfully used in teacher-training courses, teacher certification curricula, and TESOL

A Early Childhood Theories and Contemporary Issues: An Introduction (Conkbayir Mine)(Paperback)

Having a good grasp of the theories of child development and how these translate into practice can make a positive difference to how you understand babies and children and the ways in which you can help them learn. This approachable guide offers easy access to a wide range of concepts, as well as

Case Study Research: Principles and Practices (Gerring John)(Paperback)

Case Study Research: Principles and Practices provides a general understanding of the case study method as well as specific tools for its successful implementation. These tools are applicable in a variety of fields including anthropology, business and management, communications, economics,

Augmented Reality: Principles and Practice (Schmalstieg Dieter)(Paperback)

Aerobatics - Principles and Practice (Robson David)(Paperback / softback)

Tourism: Principles and Practice (Fletcher John)(Paperback / softback)

Developing and Administering an Early Childhood Education Program (Adams Shauna)(Paperback)

Beyond Quality in Early Childhood Education and Care: Languages of evaluation (Dahlberg Gunilla)(Paperback)

Taking a broad approach, Beyond Quality in Early Childhood Education and Care relates issues of early childhood to the sociology of childhood, philosophy, ethics, political science and other fields and to an analysis of the world we live in today. It places these issues in a global context and

Shadows on our Skin (Johnston Jennifer)(Paperback / softback)

A lyrical, gritty and poignant story of a boy crossing the line between childhood and

Corporate Finance - Principles and Practice (Watson Denzil)(Paperback / softback)