Childhood Studies: An IntroductionISBN: 978-0-631-23397-8
Paperback
324 pages
January 2004, Wiley-Blackwell
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"This is an extensive text which will form a seminal work for
students embarking on childhood studies degree courses. Holistic
and child-centred in its underpinning philosophy, it brings
together contributions from experts from a wide range of
disciplines in a clear and succinct form, backed up by a breadth of
references including web-based resources." Wendy Jolliffe,
Lecturer in Early Years Education and Course Leader, BA Educational
Studies with Early Childhood Studies, University of Hull
"This comprehensive book takes a multidisciplinary approach and
will inform, explain, challenge and stimulate all those who
contribute to the lives and well-being of children. The resources
are up-to-date, easy to access and should encourage readers to seek
further information on the fascinating subject of childhood
studies." Muriel O’Driscoll, Lecturer and Practitioner,
Hugh Baird College, Liverpool
"an excellent and essential resource for students on childhood studies programmes and courses, new and experienced practitioners and trainers, lecturers and course leaders. Mostly written in chapters that are no more than 3000 words, the professional writers aim to be detailed yet succinct. There are forty chapters covering important topics such as histories of childhood, play, parenting, cognitive development, child abuse, children's rights, the Children's Act and ethnicity and race. The text is bursting with essential information for anyone who is interested in children and their well-being." Nursery Education, September 2004