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Child protection in the early years : a practical guide / Eunice Lumsden ; foreword by Celia Doyle.

By: Lumsden, Eunice [author].
Contributor(s): Doyle, Celia [writer of supplementary textual content].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2018Copyright date: ©2018Description: 231 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781785922657 (paperback).Subject(s): Early childhood education -- Social aspects -- Great Britain | Abused children -- Education -- Great Britain | Child welfare -- Great Britain | Child abuse -- Great BritainDDC classification: 372.21
Contents:
Introduction -- Identifying and responding to child abuse -- The importance of understanding child abuse in early childhood education and care -- An introduction to attachment theory -- The impact of child abuse and adverse childhood experiences -- Legislation, policy and procedures -- Working with others -- Creating the right environment -- Reflecting on learning and practice.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Status Date due Barcode Item holds
General Lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 372.21 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 00213837
General Lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 372.21 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 00213836
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Finalist in the Professional Books category of the 2018 Nursery World Awards.

This accessible guide shows early years professionals how to create safe, supportive environments for young children who have encountered adverse childhood experiences. Explaining the impact of trauma on young brains, it gives practical instructions on how to recognise and respond to abuse. These instructions are supported by exercises, case studies, and reflection points that help you identify and improve your methods. Current legislation, policy and procedure are clarified in clear, concise language, providing you with everything you'll need to work with your team towards a happier, safer future for the children in your care.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-221) and indexes.

Introduction -- Identifying and responding to child abuse -- The importance of understanding child abuse in early childhood education and care -- An introduction to attachment theory -- The impact of child abuse and adverse childhood experiences -- Legislation, policy and procedures -- Working with others -- Creating the right environment -- Reflecting on learning and practice.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Foreword (p. 13)
  • 1 Introduction (p. 15)
  • 2 Identifying and Responding to Child Abuse (p. 30)
  • 3 The Importance of Understanding Child Abuse in Early Childhood Education and Care (p. 50)
  • 4 An Introduction to Attachment Theory (p. 72)
  • 5 The Impact of Child Abuse and Adverse Childhood Experiences (p. 93)
  • 6 Legislation, Policy and Procedures (p. 110)
  • 7 Working with Others (p. 140)
  • 8 Creating the Right Environment (p. 162)
  • 9 Reflecting on Learning and Practice (p. 194)
  • References (p. 207)
  • Subject Index (p. 222)
  • Author Index (p. 229)

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Eunice Lumsden is Head of Early Years at the University of Northampton, UK. She is a registered social worker with over thirty years' experience, specialising in children and families.

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