Based on action research which has been implemented in a primary school, this book emphasises not just mental health needs, but also the importance of creating a culture of inclusion for all pupils.

This is a key text that enables students to appreciate and understand the central role of observation in understanding, planning for and educating early years children.

Guides educators toward an understanding of the socio-cultural characteristics of classrooms and why such an understanding is critical to fostering academic engagement of African American students.

A practical guide to designing, implementing, and sustaining community-based learning in schools.

This book explores the idea of why branding schools is important, the benefits of branding a school, and gives leaders an action plan for branding.

For anyone who doesn't "fit in," this book offers survival strategies for managing the dynamics of difference and mentoring others who are targeted because they are different.

This colourful new edition focuses on creative ways of teaching Science and working scientifically. It is also full of activities and ideas for practice that not only support trainee placements but also the first year in teaching.

Lesson planning and subject knowledge go hand in hand in this exciting new edition covering all teachers need to know to confidently teach the computing curriculum as well as explore opportunities for cross-curricular teaching.

Introducing the major concepts and theories of early years care and education, this text helps you examine topics in depth, using level appropriate tasks and further reading, as well as supporting your development of key academic skills.

A text for early years practitioners and students, supporting them to reflect on, and improve the effectiveness of, their work with parents.