This book combines practice, theory and research and draws on the authors' international experience to provide an invaluable resource for reflection and change for everyone who contributes to and studies leadership.

Fully updated edition of essential resource for all who work with children under three, combining theory and practice.

Play in the Early Years offers students an accessible introduction to Play, considering key concepts and current debates taking place here and now.

Play is an underlying theme of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) but it is often a challenge for practitioners to provide a play-based curriculum. This book provides guidance on how practitioners can focus on play and meet the requirements of the EYFS.