This is the essential guide to child development for all childcare professionals working in a home-based setting. Written in her characteristically approachable style, Allison Lee offers practical advice together with case studies and activities to make this book really user-friendly and engaging. Useful information for childminders and nannies is provided on: - Understanding child development from birth to 16 years - Factors which influence child development - Providing play and other learning experiences - Promoting children's rights - Working with disabled children and their families - Developing partnership with parents The contents are linked to the Diploma in Home-Based Childcare, particularly to Unit 2: Childcare and Child Development (0-16) in the Home-Based Setting. This guide is a must have for all trainees in home-based childcare. Complimentary titles written by Allison Lee and published by Continuum include: Childminder's Handbook, Childminder's Guide to Play and Activities and Childminder's Guide to Health & Safety and Child Protection.
Allison Lee
Allison Lee is a renowned author known for her novel "The Silent Echo," which explores the complexities of human relationships and the power of silence. Her lyrical prose and vivid characterizations have earned her critical acclaim, solidifying her as a master of contemporary literary fiction.