Creativity is a key theme in early childhood studies at the moment and is increasingly highlighted in all manner of early childhood academic courses. This book will form the link between creativity and literacy with concrete examples of children's meaning making, as well as offering a protocol for students to follow.

For all students undertaking work-based and academic undergraduate degrees in early years, this book focuses upon how reflective learning develops the practitioner's professional practice, academic knowledge and understanding.

This must-have text bears in mind the various pathways to achieve EYTS and includes leadership activities to carry out within the role, making it an ideal resource for trainees to take them through their course straight into practice.

The SAGE Handbook of Developmental Psychology and Early Childhood Education explores a range of issues in early childhood development and education.

The role of the adult in the development of young children's communications skills through interaction is vital and this book will help readers understand this and improve their practice.

This book provides academics, trainers and supervisors worldwide the tools to effectively support doctoral students in the assessment process.

The essential guide to teaching and learning in higher education for anyone in teaching and learning support roles at university, including early career academics, postgraduate researchers and graduate teaching assistants.

This book brings together theory on parents and early learning, and the role of education professionals in developing partnerships with families, focussing on how to support parents in their teaching of literacy and other aspects of early learning at home.

Designed to work across academic disciplines, this is a practical, theory-informed resource for anyone teaching in the higher education sector.

Assessment for Learning is a central aspect of the new Early Years Foundation Stage. This book demystifies the complex process of assessment and guides practitioners in meeting the statutory requirements, with lots of case studies and examples of practice drawn from the authors' students and mentors.