A course book that offers coverage of NVQ/SVQ CCLD.

Suitable for childcare students, tutors and practitioners for support in applying the Early Years Foundation Stage, this book offers practical approach to implement the EYFS which helps to understand and transfer successful activities into their own settings and assignments.

A variety of case studies, activities and photos help students to put theory into practice and understand the relevance of what they are learning to the real world of childcare.

Provides support for students studying for the CACHE Level 3 Child Care and Education qualification. This work features an index to help students find just what they're looking for. It also includes case studies, activities and photos that help students to apply their learning, develop professional skills, and reflect on their practice.

Approved by the Pre-School Learning Alliance, this book acts as a guide to working in a pre-school setting. It gives complete coverage of all core and optional units in the 2006 specifications so that you have everything you need to succeed in one place. It also includes case studies from PSLA-recommended pre-school settings.

This text covers the underpinning knowledge required for special needs modules on Early Years courses. It guides students and practitioners through this subject area, and provides information on the issues and legislation.

Featuring photos and illustrations, this title contains a chapter covering core activities for babies and children under three years. It covers legislation and the introduction of the Birth to Three Matters framework, and includes activities, with additional notes on adapting activities for different settings and for children with different needs.

This 3rd edition includes legislation in child care and aims to help candidates focus on the diverse needs of the children in their care, covering special needs and multi-cultural issues. The Student Book applies theoretical understanding in the work setting and also provides practice guidance.

Offers explanations of how early years practice influences children's later development and helps students to understand the relevance of this topic to their own studies. This title features ideas and advice that provide evidence of their knowledge.

Includes 'Active knowledge' sections and 'case studies' that encourage candidates to relate their knowledge of playwork and play to real-life situations. This title features workplace resource with CD-ROM at level 2 for support to prepare and assess candidates.

Covers seven units of the CACHE Foundation Award in Caring for Children, divided into double-page learning topics. This book includes activities and summary points to help students apply knowledge, check understanding and revise for the exam, and contains visual elements and illustrations to motivate learners and help to embed important theory.

This text shows how specific play activities can be used to deliver the pre-school curriculum. It helps students to complete curriculim plans covering the six learning areas of the Foundation Stage. It also shows students how to differentiate activities to meet the individual needs of each child.

This file contains everything tht tutors need to deliver the Foundation in Caring for Children award. Recording sheets for tutors and students are included. The file also offers assessment practice for students - assignments, portfolio tasks and tests. There are also tips from the examiner.

Features lists ranging from planning activities and dealing with Special Educational Needs, to working with parents, teaching assistants, and other colleagues.