The authors stress the importance of a whole-child approach to teaching communication, language and literacy, by introducing learning experiences in a positive way for children and their families.
The book considers how children develop and learn, and it emphasises the importance of practitioners' knowledge about child development in order to best support individuals. There is also information on recent brain research.
This is an accessible book, with more than 100 photos, aimed at teachers, teaching assistants, all Level 3 practitioners and childminders in all settings, from home learning environments to children's centres.
Promoting children's wellbeing: policy and practice, Edited by Janet Collins and Pam Foley (Policy Press, ú19.99, ISBN 9781847420596)
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