'The second edition of the text Early Childhood Studiesretains many of the excellent features which has made it an essential text for students studying on early childhood studies degree courses. The addition of two new chapters on Play and Safeguarding Children are welcome additions to the original content, and the refreshing of the existing chapters has ensured that the new text is reflective of the many and significant changes which have occurred in the period since the book was first published. Sources, research and terminology have been updated to reflect the growing trends and changes in the sector; thus, providing an exemplary model for students to follow as they commence their own journeys into study. I would highly recommend this text to my students studying on the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree.' - Alison Riley, Bishop Grosseteste University' 'Early Childhood Studiesis an accessible book that provides students with a comprehensive and detailed discussion of Early Childhood theory, philosophy, policy and practice. Reflective tasks are built into the chapters so that students can apply their own learning in relevant and thought provoking ways. Students are also supported to develop valuable study- and research skills and encouraged to refine their knowledge of specialist terminology. This book will be a valuable resource for any student wishing to study Early Childhood Studies.

'- Dr Kate Bacon, Senior Lecturer, University of Central Lancashire a comprehensive and detailed discussion of Early Childhood theory, philosophy, policy and practice. Reflective tasks are built into the chapters so that students can apply their own learning in relevant and thought provoking ways. Students are also supported to develop valuable study- and research skills and encouraged to refine their knowledge of specialist terminology. This book will be a valuable resource for any student wishing to study Early Childhood Studies.'- Dr Kate Bacon, Senior Lecturer, University of Central Lancashire.