Young children's personal, social and emotional development is an area of ever-increasing interest to those working in the field of early childhood. This fully revised fourth edition of Marion Dowling's much-loved book has been updated to include: * Current policies and frameworks, up-to-date research references and revised case studies * Coverage of Troubled Families and 'Vulnerable Children', with sections on identifying risk, talking to families and safeguarding and protection * A revised final chapter considering different methods of supporting children * Updated links to EYFS and Teaching Standards (Early Years} and a focus on two year olds * New guidance for working with parents * Online material including links to journal articles and a video interview with the author. With thought-provoking questions and practical suggestions to help readers to reflect on and develop their own practice, this book is essential reading for all Early Years students and practitioners.
