Early Childhood

The world of education is an amazing and rewarding world to be in, but there is a sense among many that work within it that there is something not quite right, that all is not well. In this book, Greg Bottrill explores how he ensures that, in his...

'A thoughtful, prescient read for any mother or father parenting through the unique challenges of this racially polarised year, decade and beyond' Kenya Hunt 'Comprehensive, readable, and so very important. The next generation needs you to read this...

From the best-selling author of How Are You Feeling Today? comes a picture book that sensitively deals with developing emotional intelligence in young children and supports them to manage difficult emotions.Young children can find it really frustrating...

Everyone has kisses for Baby, from Mami and Papi to perro and gato. Using simple Spanish words, this charming read-aloud proves that love is the same in every language! Parents won't be able to resist giving baby muchos besos as they share this bilingual...

Role-play is a fun and creative way to engage with children in EYFS, and is fundamental in developing children's learning and communication skills. This new addition to the 50 Fantastic series is filled with great ways to make the most of play-based...

Level: EYFS Subject: English An engaging Writing activity bumper book to really help boost your child's progress at every stage of their learning! Fully in line with the Early...

Have a roar-some time learning to count to 20 in this fun, dinosaur-packed activity book. A Spinosaurus has 1 sail, a Tyrannosaurus has 2 arms, a Triceratops has 3 horns ...This fun and friendly handwriting workbook is complete with number tracing...

The book you can trust to guide you through your career in the early years, as the expert authors share tried and tested techniques in a range of early years settings. For this new edition, Jennifer Colwell and Amanda Ince have drawn together an expert...

Now in a fully updated second edition, this professional guidebook has been created to help adults provide emotional support for children who have experienced the loss of somebody they know, or something they loved.Written in an accessible style and with...

To understand childhood, you need to understand all of the social factors which surround it. If you are studying Early Years or Early Childhood Studies then this book is for you. It gives you an introduction to the study of childhood and the...

The long-anticipated new version of the internationally recognized Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, ECERS-3, focuses on the full range of needs of preschool- and kindergarten-aged children. This widely used, comprehensive assessment tool...

Mary D. Sheridan's Play in Early Childhood is a classic introductory text to play and development - key topics for all those who work with young children. Drawing on the most up-to-date evidence, it explains how children's play develops and how they...

In this practical resource, Tania Swift provides early years professionals and teachers with advice and tips on incorporating physical activities into all key areas of children's learning. Advancing a movement skills based approach to help teachers...

This brilliant Wipe-Clean Activity Book is perfect for helping 3-5 year olds build key Maths skills - it's an ideal way to introduce them to counting up to 20! Each book comes with a wipe-clean pen so children can practise again and again. It's full of...

This easy-to-read series provides an introduction to some of the most important early years philosophies and shows how they can be incorporated into your setting. Each book provides: an outline of the background to the approach clear explanations of...

To achieve Early Years Professional Status candidates must demonstrate that they have effectively led the professional practice of their colleagues across the 0-5 age range. The second edition of this popular text helps Early Years students and...

The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the...

This new edition of this bestselling textbook examines the key themes involved in the study of young children and childhood from a variety of disciplines and international perspectives, making essential links between theory and practice to help you apply...

Introduce your child to reading and writing with our Verbal Skills Workbooks. Through fun activities such as tracing and color-by-letter, our workbooks gradually introduce new concepts. The eye-catching illustrations and captivating content reinforce...

Children are 'hard-wired' to learn and they learn best by being active and autonomous - exploring, discovering, creating and taking risks, in other words, by playing. However, formal, subject specific lessons and a focus on data, targets and unrealistic...

Learn first numbers with JJ and friends! A chunky early learning board book filled with colourful pictures to help little CoComelon lovers count from 1 to 10. JJ is ready for a fun learning adventure! Are you? Count from...

The guide for Early Years managers on Level 4 and degree courses - fully revised and updated. This book is fully updated in-line with the Early Years Foundation Stage and the new National Occupational Standards in Leadership and Management for Care...

The health and well-being of children is integral to learning and development but what does it actually mean in practice? This textbook draws on contemporary research on the brain and mind to provide an up-to-date overview of the central aspects of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780956427427Author Trina John-CharlesFormat PaperbackPage Count 26Imprint Inkerbell Publishing LtdPublisher Inkerbell Publishing LtdDimensions(mm) 216mm *...

In this book, Sue Cowley looks at the way that behaviour develops during the earliest years of a child's life, exploring how babies and young children learn behaviours and move from co-regulation to self-regulation. She gives practical advice about how...

How should practitioners and leaders set about designing and implementing their curriculum in the Early Years Foundation Stage? Written by experts in the field, this book provides clear, practical guidance on each of the 7 areas of learning and...

The Early Childhood Environment Rating Scales has been widely used in early years education since the last edition was published in 2010 This new edition extends the innovate scales to reflect changes in policy and practice and to increase its appeal to...

The perfect introduction to Early Years and Child Care for Level 1 students.Be guided through the Level 1 qualifications with this easy-to-read book that uses simple language, colourful pages and lots of photos. Cover all the content necessary in order...

Play is an underlying theme of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) but it is often a challenge for practitioners to provide a play based curriculum. This book investigates the values and beliefs that underpin play and demonstrates through case...

From leading Early Years expert Penny Tassoni MBE, Time To... picture books use simple words and colourful illustrations to help young children understand all-important everyday skills. Featuring practical advice and tips for practitioners, carers and...

Reflection and Reflective Spaces in the Early Years will support readers in developing their own reflective practice and creating reflective environments for the young children and families they work with. Combining case studies and reflective tasks to...

Now in its third edition, Outdoor Learning in the Early Years is the complete guide to creating effective outdoor environments for young children's learning. Comprehensively revised and updated throughout, this book covers every aspect of working...

_______________ The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed...

Level: EYFS Subject: Maths Bursting with motivating numbers activities for Ages 3-5 Fully in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, this Maths book provides reassurance...

Why is there always one child who persistently plays with the door, who mixes sand with water or throws objects across the room? Can these repetitive behaviours, known as schemas, be useful in targeting children's next steps within the EYFS? Is there a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781907241055Author Shirley AllenFormat PaperbackPage Count 90Imprint Practical Pre-School BooksPublisher Practical Pre-School BooksDimensions(mm) 290mm *...

An indispensable guide for parents whose children are about to start, or have recently started school.Starting school is a huge important milestone for children and their parents. The best school years happen when everyone involved feels happy and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781858564791Author Kathy SylvaFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Trentham Books LtdPublisher Institute of Education PressDimensions(mm) 210mm * 297mm * 5mm

This colourful workbook will help your child practise their preschool writing skillsBook InformationISBN 9781837950829Author Autumn PublishingFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Autumn PublishingPublisher Bonnier Books LtdWeight(grams)...

Winner of the Professional Books category in the 2018 Nursery World Awards.Empathy is an essential part of being human: it allows us to connect with others, which in turn opens doors for us to happiness and success. Though everyone is born with an...