Peer Relationships in Early Childhood Education and Care Contributor(s): Kernan, Margaret (Editor), Singer, Elly (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415574617 ISBN-13: 9780415574617 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $52.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Elementary - Education | Early Childhood (incl. Preschool & Kindergarten) - Education | Educational Policy & Reform |
Dewey: 372.21 |
LCCN: 2010004109 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (0.55 lbs) 158 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Peer Relationships in Early Childhood Education and Care brings together fresh perspectives and research about young children's relationships. It examines children's rights and well-being against a backdrop of increased social movement and migration, changing family structures and work practices, and the growing prevalence of education and care services for young children. With contributors from diverse cultural, geographical and disciplinary backgrounds, this edited collection shows how educators support children's peer relationships and use these as a basis for enhancing social and cognitive development. Themes discussed include:
This book will be highly relevant for academics, researchers and students concerned with early childhood care and education, especially those interested in relating these issues on a global scale. |