Janet Moyles Knihy

Focusing on children between 4 and 8 years old, the author examines the principles of play in early childhood education, and indicates how these principles can be put into place.

This book is aimed at promoting practitioners to reflect deeply on the play provision they make for children in classrooms and settings and to think through their own values related to play and playful pedagogies.

The key themes in play are explored through an A - Z approach covering key concepts, theories / theorists, and figures.

This is a must-read book for all students studying early childhood at a range of levels and practitioners who are looking to deepen their understanding of play and playful practices.

Focusing on the fundamentals of teaching and learning for early years and primary education, this bestselling textbook serves as a practical guide for those training in educational settings. It covers essential topics including safeguarding, attachments and relationships, assessment, and behavior management, along with insights into the indoor and outdoor environments and the integration of new technologies. The book emphasizes well-being, providing straightforward strategies for effective teaching practices.

The book is unique in providing not only a thorough analysis of the leader and manager's role within early years care and education and presenting it as a typology, but also in offering a clear and in-depth view of that role.