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Informationen zum Autor Rosemary Roberts is a freelance author and early years consultant. Klappentext What do we mean by wellbeing! and what does it look like as it takes shape in early childhood? What can we do to support the wellbeing of children at home and in settings? This book provides some answers to these complex questions! in a straightforward! accessible way. PART 1: INTRODUCING WELLBEING describes the 'backdrop' for a new model of wellbeing! outlining research and policy background! and underpinning early childhood themes. PART 2: THE THEORY OF WELLBEING defines wellbeing itself! describing the new model and the mechanism of wellbeing development called companionable learning. PART 3: EVERYDAY WELLBEING contains ideas and examples from homes and settings of 'real-life' wellbeing. Chapter 6: 'All to play for' is rich with ideas and examples of "profoundly satisfying" wellbeing play. PART 4: INVESTING IN WELLBEING is about professional development. It covers observation! assessment and planning; the key person approach; 'when things go wrong'; and integrating services across settings and communities. The book ends with the importance of collective wellbeing! arguing that all young children need experiences of individual and collective wellbeing! in their families and their communities. Essential reading for anyone studying early childhood! and for managers and practitioners working with young children and their families! this book is an inspirational guide to developing a framework for wellbeing from birth. Zusammenfassung This book! by a highly respected author and academic in the field of early childhood education! covers how to support the wellbeing both of young children and of the adults who live and work with them and their families. Inhaltsverzeichnis PART ONE: INTRODUCING WELLBEING Early Childhood Matters Wellbeing Themes PART TWO: THE THEORY OF WELLBEING The ABC Of Wellbeing Companionable Learning PART THREE: EVERYDAY WELLBEING Children¿s Wellbeing All to Play for PART FOUR: INVESTING IN WELLBEING Observation, Assessment and Planning Being Key Companions When Things Go Wrong Wellbeing and Integration ...
