Foundations in Caring for ChildrenProvides an introduction to the key issues. Including case studies, this work emphasises on key points, and includes glossaries explaining the key terms. Featuring tasks and activities that develop student's understanding, its test yourself quizzes enable them to track their own learning. |
Contents
Appeals and complaints | 29 |
Learning resources | 35 |
Assessment procedures | 41 |
Children in society | 47 |
Human growth and development | 80 |
Food and nutrition | 110 |
Health and safety | 140 |
The needs of children | 167 |
Working with children | 189 |
Providing activities for children | 211 |
Succeeding in your work experience | 239 |
Finding employment | 262 |
Developmental norms 0 to 16 years | 292 |
Glossary | 303 |
Common terms and phrases
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