Series:

Practical Guide to

4 total works

Cover of A Practical Guide to Child Observation
Provides full explanations of how and why we observe children.Offers clear coverage of the full range of observation techniques, their strengths and weaknesses, and how the results can be used.Features up-to-date examples of child observations in practice.Provides concise coverage of the DNN module A requirements.Encourages student learning with activities throughout the text.

Cover of A Practical Guide to Working with Young Children
Includes a brand new chapter on Child Protection. Features case studies, progress checks and pointers to good practice. Provides an up-to-date and comprehensive guide to all aspects of child-care placement.

Cover of A Practical Guide to Activities for Young Children
Activities are provided for "Birth to Three Matters", 4-7 years and 7-11 years, with the value to the child of each activity outlined to ensure that a broad curriculum is offered and that all areas of development and learning are encouraged and promoted. This work provides a clear focus on good practice and systematic coverage of equal opportunities, safety and resources. It contains specially commissioned colour photographs to illustrate the text.

Cover of A Practical Guide to Childcare Employment
The latest edition of A Practical Guide to Childcare Employment is an essential book for all those studying, or seeking employment in childcare. The different types of employment, the job search, writing an application, and interview technique are all covered in detail, and guidance is offered on employment conditions, working styles and career progression. This text is essential reading for all those wishing to work in childcare, and for students of the Certificate in Child-care and Education, Diploma in Nursery Nuring (NNB), Diploma in Pre-school Practice, and all related BTEC, City and Guilds or GNVQ Health and Social Care courses.