Young Children's Personal, Social and Emotional Development / Edition 4

by Marion Dowling

Overview

Marion Dowling's much-loved book explores how to support young children's development, enabling each to develop as a unique person, in the context of current policy and the latest research.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781446285893
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	08/27/2014
Edition description:	Fourth Edition
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	6.70(w) x 9.40(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Marion Dowling was involved in the pre-school playgroup movement, taught in London and was headteacher of a state nursery school. She was an educational adviser in two local authorities, a member of Her Majesty’s Inspectorate, and has been involved in a number of government working parties on early years. She now works as a trainer and consultant in the UK and overseas.


Marion is an experienced author and is vice president of Early Education, a national charity.

Table of Contents

The Seeds of Confidence and Competence
Confidence and Competence for Learning
Living with Others
Learning with Others
Becoming Independent
Independent Thinkers
Emotional Well-being
Influences on Young Children’s Well-being
Dispositions for Learning
Nurturing Dispositions to Learn
Young Children's Behaviour
Achieving Self- regulated Behaviour
Young Children's Spirituality
Living in the Wider World
Working with Families
Vulnerable Children & Fragile Families

Editorial Reviews

This is an excellent addition to any early education library. Marion Dowling takes key ideas from the latest research and presents them in an engaging, informative and accessible way which demonstrates their link with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. She makes good use of examples from practice showing how the ideas she explores can be reflected in our practice. At a time when increasing numbers of children , especially two year olds, are using early years provision it is an important reminder of why and how we focus on the needs of the child and their family.

Bernadette Duffy OBE

'Marion continues to capture the essence of Personal Social and Emotional Development through this revised edition. The updated sections of the book reflect the changing times young children experience in their lives and provide early years practitioners with opportunities to question and reflect on how they engage with children in their daily work. The author continues to share her thorough knowledge and understanding of the subject with quality enabling all to access the content. This is an excellent resource for all working with young children providing rich links between theoretical insights and practical application.'

Dr Lesley Curtis

'It is very exciting to see this seminal text updated. The book has a modern, fresh look, with full colour pictures, which illustrate the text perfectly. The whole book shines with Marion Dowling’s wisdom and sensitive approach. This is especially apparent in the new chapter on Vulnerable Families, which is an increasingly vital area of work for the majority of practitioners. The updating of chapters on Independent Learning and Dispositions for Learning reinforces good practice, whilst including some instructive case studies. This is truly a book for all practitioners.'

Kathy Brodie

'As in the first edition of this important book, Marion Dowling takes up all the main issues confronting those who work with young children in a wide variety of settings. The explanations, case studies and suggestions provide an invaluable resource for all of us who aim to build solid foundations right from the start' - from the foreword by Lillian Katz, Professor of Early Childhood Education, University of Illinois, USA

'Those who know the quality of Marion Dowling's work will not be disappointed ... As always her deep understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of very young children shines through her work' - Lesley Staggs, National Director, Foundation Stage, Primary National Strategy

'[This book] should be essential reading for students studying for early years qualifications...The author brings a wealth of experience in the world of early years to her writing, combining this with a wisdom and understanding of what really matters for young children. The text is thoroughly researched and referenced but the author's writing style is very readable and engaging' - Early Years Update

From the Publisher

'It's rare that I begin a book and very quickly feel that I am learning so much that I want to read it cover to cover. Marion's wealth of expertise is reflected in her very clear thinking on issues, and she has a knack of writing 'quotable quotes' which capture material succinctly. The book layout is organised in reader-friendly sections, making material easy to absorb. Relevant case studies challenge the reader to apply their new knowledge to practice, and summary boxes emphasise key practice points. All this, alongside updated policy and critiques in this new edition, make this an excellent choice.'

Martin Harmer

'Marion Dowling has rich experience of Nursery Education. She knows children well as creative and sociable young people, individual characters, passionate to share self-confidence in doing and learning. Confronting issues of management and care, she offers wise counsel, and support for those who love young children and learn with them.'

Colwyn Trevarthen

"For educational and professional tutors looking for a text which will both engage the students and enhance their learning in an area which is only beginning to be understood as important, this text should be seriously considered."

Early Years, Vol 21, No. 1, 2001 - Effie Maclellan