I would recommend this book to students & trainees who wish to extend their knowledge & understanding of early years practice beyond level 3 This book is accessible up to date & focuses on translating theory into practice incorporating the essential higher order skill of reflection The pedagogical foundations within place children firmly at the centre whilst acknowledging the highly influential early years practitioner in the wider context of family community & inclusive practice' Sarah Barton Senior Lecturer & EY ITT Programme Leader School of Education & Continuing Studies University of Portsmouth Are you studying to become an early years teacher or educator or studying for an early years degree & looking for a book to guide you through your qualification? With stories of practice questions for reflection further reading & links to the Teachers' Standards (Early Years) this book links professional practice with theory & research & will help you understand how children learn & develop engage with the curriculum & the practice of teaching learn more about the structure & reality of early years provision & practice for children aged from 0-8 years develop ways to reflect upon your practice develop professional skills & attributes needed to take a leading role understand how to apply all of this to practice This core textbook is ideal for students of early years & early childhood courses & will support you in your practice in the early years