Linking Theory and Practice Series

Social Policy for Early Years Linking Theory and Practice

by Tina Lovell and Lin Nation

Published 26 February 2016

Understand social policy, its relevance and how to apply it in practice with this new textbook. Part of Jennie Lindon's Linking Theory and Practice series, this new book will give you a thorough overview of social policy within the context of the study and practice of early years. Packed with scenarios, case studies and practical activities, it supports students studying the Children and Young People's Workforce Diploma at Level 3, Level 4 Early Years students, Foundation Degree and Early Childhood Studies students. Covers both historical and contemporary social policy that has impacted or is impacting on Early Years provision and professionals, as well as children and their families in the United Kingdom Gives examples of best practice and the implementation of current social policy Informs readers about the latest prevailing ideological and policy direction of the coalition government About the series: Linking Theory and Practice provides accessible descriptions of relevant theory and research, linking it closely to practice with young children and families.
The content and style of the series has been developed to support students on Early Childhood degree programmes, Early Years Foundation Degree courses, practitioners working towards Early Years Professional Status and also experienced senior practitioners extending their professional development.