A Practitioner Guide

In the third edition of this respected and influential textbook, Kate Wall blends theory and practice with an informative and highly accessible writing style to provide a detailed analysis of provision for young children with additional needs. New to this edition are:

• up-to-date information on all the relevant policies and legislation, including the Early Years

• Foundation Stage (EYFS), Every Child Matters (ECM) and the training guidelines for new SENCOs

• a timeline showing the development of policies and legislation in the field

• learning objectives at the beginning of chapters;

• points for reflection within chapters, to aid independent study and facilitate critical thinking

• new case studies, which cover the Birth to 8 age range

• new content on the role of fathers, pupil voice and listening to children, taking an holistic view of the child, and current issues around diversity and inclusion

Readership:
Early years students and practitioners, and for all those working with young children with special educational needs and their families.