Places for two-year-olds in the early years : supporting learning and development
Author
Additional Author(s)
Georgeson, Jan
Campbell-Barr, Verity
Publisher
New York: Routledge, 2018
Language
English
ISBN
9781138185296
Series
Subject(s)
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION-GREAT BRITAIN
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION-NEW ZEALAND
Notes
. Bibliography: p. 148-150. Index: p. 151-154
Abstract
Grounded in recent research on the challenges of working with two-year-olds, Places for Two-year-olds in the Early Years explores how this often overlooked age group is presented in policy and practice, and discusses why working with two-year-olds can be both exciting and highly rewarding. The book builds on theoretical understandings of child development, high-quality provision and pedagogical practice, to offer practical solutions for working effectively with two-year-olds and their families in a variety of early year’s settings.
Chapters focus on the specific needs of two-year-olds and the accompanying demands made on settings and practitioners. Many topics are also approached from a practical perspective, prompting readers to consider their own experiences of working with two-year-olds. The book explores:
• Understandings of 'high quality' education and care
• Varying workforce requirements and professional development
• How practitioners develop knowledge(s) about working with two-year-olds
• Physical and social environments for two-year-olds
• The role of the adult or key person in supporting children's development
• Provision of services for disadvantaged two-year-olds.
With reflective questions and annotated further reading included throughout, Places for Two-year-olds in the Early Years is essential reading for practitioners, policy-makers and students involved in this often overlooked area of early year’s provision.
