Child Care and Education [Paperback]

...extremely informative and well researched. This edition is in full colour and has been thoroughly updated and re-organised. This text book, in its third edition is invaluable and a 'must -have' for all who curently or potentially work with and teach those who work with young children. -- Early Education 20030319 ...full and insightful, with very interesting discussion... -- Education Review 20030110

This fresh new edition of the best-selling child care textbook has been updated in several key ways. The book is now entirely In line with the latest CACHE and BTEC Diploma courses, and is clearly linked to each course module by module. The content will be even more accessible to students with a full colour design thoughout, added design features, and a greater number of colour photographs and illustrations. The authors have kept their distinctive and comprehensive coverage which means that Child Care and Education will continue to provide students with the best preparation for their coursework, exams, and professional careers.

Tina Bruce is a leading expert on early childhood education in the UK and abroad. She is Visiting Professor of the University of North London, and author of many early years books. Carolyn Meggitt has a background in community nursing and many years' experience teaching Child Care and Education courses. She is an established author in the caring field.