Introduction Part 1: Understanding the context of children's development Children and childhood: a historical perspective The current policy context of Early Years Part 2: Understanding children's development Holistic development Children's physical, cognitive, language and emotional and social development Developmentin Early Years Foundation Stage Factors that affect children's learning and development Part 3: Child development in practice Supporting children's learning and development Observing children's learning and development Reflective practice
This is an accessible guide to child development for students on early childhood studies and early years courses. The text begins by examining the context of 'early childhood' today. It goes on to look at children's development in detail, including comprehensive development charts for reference.