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.
Tabella dei contenuti
Foreword by Dr Celia Doyle. 1. Introduction. 2. Identifying and Responding to Child Abuse. 3. The Importance of Understanding Child Abuse in Early Childhood Education and Care. 4. An Introduction to Attachment Theory. 5. The Impact of Child Abuse and Adverse Childhood Experiences. 6. Legislation, Policy and Procedures. 7. Working with Others. 8. Creating the Right Environment. 9. Reflecting on Learning and Practice.
Circa l’autore
Dr Eunice Lumsden is the Head of Early Years at the University of Northampton, Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a registered social worker. Her research interests include the professionalization of the ECEC workforce, child maltreatment, poverty and adoption. Eunice has been on the external reference groups for Early Years Professional Status and Early Years Teacher Status standards. She has advised on workforce development for the French Administration in Belgium, UNICEF in Turkey, Save the Children, the International Step by Step Association and Camden Borough Council.
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