Reflective Practice in the Early Years

′This well edited book illustrates the importance of reflective practice in the early years through consideration of many contemporary issues and will be of interest to Childhood Studies and EYPS students as well as, practitioners and University tutors. The inclusion of many practical examples enables readers to make links between theory and practice, to examine their own practice and emphasises the powerful learning undertaken through considered reflection′ - Sue Kay-Flowers, Senior Lecturer, Liverpool Hope University
Particularly useful reading for students studying the Every Child Matters module. This module involves students investigating the role of children′s centres in meeting the needs of children and their families. -- Belinda Lithgow * drupal *
This is useful additional support for PGCE EY students, alongside work that they do in professional studies -- Dr Anna Cox * drupal *
This book coverts a wide range of relevant issues in early years practice. Covering a wide range of settings, it addresses these issues in the context of theory, practice and policy. It is a useful tool for those training to become early years practitioners, particularly those who aim to become involved in researching the area and those who may have management responsibilities. One of its major strength is the way in which it has mapped various aspecs of society with early years practice. Based on this, everyone has something to learn and to benefit from the book. I strongly recommend this book. -- Dr Gordon Ade-Ojo * drupal *
This book provides students and tutors with multiple perspectives on the concept of reflective practice. There are some extremely insightful and critical contributions drawing from multiple perspectives - something for everyone.
-- Dr Karen Hanson * drupal *
Just what we have been looking for. A book that outlines the main tenets of reflective practice and then offers examples from practice. It is our single ′purchase′ book for the module and I have requested multiple copies purchase from our library. -- Dr Sally Neaum * drupal *
Excellent practical handbook for use with students who are taking BA(Hons) Early Childhood Studies, intending to progress to EY Professional Status -- Mandy Pritchard * drupal *
Extremely useful for any Undergraduate student who has a module on reflective practice linked to their work setting. -- Miss Alyson Lewis * drupal *
Really useful book for any early years practitioner, helps link theory and practice. Useful for my students! -- Miss Amy Smith * drupal *
This is great for reflecting on your own practice but this also gave elements that can be taken to the classroom so pass on for students to also reflect on practice when studying the early years course -- Miss Jenna J Webb * drupal *
Higher level than needed -- Miss Jenna J Webb * drupal *
An interesting collection of pieces. A good introductory text for year 1 undergraduate and year 1 postgraduate with no experience in the field -- Miss Lisa Spencer * drupal *
I have personally used this book in my teaching and I have recommended that the students on the Foundation Degree in Early Childhood purchase it to support them with developing their reflective writing. The students need to reflect on their professional development to further develop their practice and this book provides good examples of how to do this in practice. -- Miss Vanessa Payne * drupal *
Section on safeguarding very brief, but good coverage of children′s centre work and working together which I wll recommend as supplemental reading for another course (Context & Policy) -- Mr Martin Harmer * drupal *
A thorough introduction to reflective practice, written in a style that suits undergraduate students who need a text that covers everything from an introduction to reflection, through to a more indepth examination of the theories of reflection. -- Mr Steven Burton * drupal *
A very user-friendly book which covers many aspects of reflective practice and a variety of perspectives -- Mrs Angela Hodgkins * drupal *
This has been an invaluable resource as course tutor delivering the professional practice unit. I have also recommended the book to students and colleagues. -- Mrs Anna Causier * drupal *
I found the first chapter to be particularly useful. The overview of Reflection was effectively and clearly presented. The links to examples from students themselves was very pertinent and relevant. This first chapter was the solid foundation on which the rest of the book was built. Excellent. -- Mrs Beverley Hutchinson * drupal *
Recommended to year one students who are about to undertake placement experience with children. -- Mrs Cyndy Hawkins * drupal *
A comprehensive, useful book. -- Mrs Gail Parker * drupal *
This will be an excellent accompliment to the other books I have recieved from you. it is shown in the recommended reading book list -- Mrs Gillian Sykes * drupal *
Student′s very often find the concept of reflective practice very difficult to grasp. This book, particularly the first chapter, will aid student′s understanding of the concept. A good resource as a course tutor delivering the Reflective Practioner module. -- Mrs Gillian Walker * drupal *
Students often struggle with developing reflective skills therefore this book is an ideal starting point for undergraduate students on Early Years courses. -- Mrs Heather Macdonald * drupal *
A good book for students to refer to when writing up their reflective accounts -- Mrs Jan Roberts * drupal *
A highly useful resource when planning the forthcoming scheme of work for the students. -- Mrs Jayne Knott * drupal *
This is a really accessible book that has looks at an interesting range of issues relevant to those studying for EYPS and FdA. The list of on line resources cited at the end of chapter 3 is extensive and I look forward to exploring some that I have not used before. PLEASE DO NOT USE ON LINE _ FOR AUTHOR FEEDBACK ONLY -- Mrs Julie Percival * drupal *
Good range of topics covered. Allows the reader to engage with the process of reflective practice whilst looking at significant key areas within the workplace. -- Mrs Karen Southern * drupal *
This is a good book regarding reflective practice. I have brouhgt it to students attention as a supplementary text as it is slightly too high level to use as a cousre book. It has ideas though that I have used -- Mrs Kate Faulkner * drupal *
Excellent source of reference for critical reflection for the BA Early Years (Top Up) -- Mrs Kelly Giordano * drupal *
This book is essential for the level 3 EYE course as it has all the relevant information related to observing children in an early years setting. The book is designed at a good level and links made to EYFS very well. -- Mrs Kerry Clayton * drupal *
An excellent publication which gives the reader an insight into the importance of reflection and the benefits it has for children and the practitioner. -- Mrs leanne Hall * drupal *
A clearly written ′easy read′ for students to dip in and out of. This will aid my students in progressing to EYPS -- Mrs Lesley Prowse * drupal *
Excellent book supports all aspects of enabling the learners to reflect. In particular Unit 5 on the CACHE ACD course and the CACHE EYFSP. Learners found it extremely supportive towards the studies and understanding of the concept. -- Mrs Lyn Hall * drupal *
This book will help any practitioner worker with the field of early years. It covers all the up to date issues,that practitioners need to be aware of.Good examples and points of reflection fore sytudents to think about. -- Mrs Maria Johnson * drupal *
Excellent guide for practitioners who don′t consider that reflection is an essential part of the new early years professional. Clear and consise text. A must for any student or employer who wants to understand why reflection is critical for continual professional and personal progression. -- Mrs Michelle Rogers * drupal *
Reed′s book on reflective practice in early years is an essential read for students studying childcare programmes at level 3 and above. The book explores concepts of reflective practice and the impact of this in practice. An interesting and informative read which is fully recommended to students and teachers alike who work with children. -- Mrs MINE TANA * drupal *
This is an excellent book for all early years tutors and students. It helps understand why reflection is an important part of the early years professional role -- Mrs Noelle Wilson * drupal *
Reflection is often a difficult area for students when they start on a foundation degree or honours degree programme and Chapter 1 really helps to explain how to reflect on practice.
As an edited book, it shows a variety of authors and their contribution to Early Years practice. The "Points for Reflection" boxes are useful teaching tools to encourage further reflection and the "picture of practice" boxes give useful insights into what settings etc are doing." -- Mrs Pamela Egan-Wyer * drupal *
Generally up to date - examines a great breadth of issues. Accessible, thought provoking - a very useful text and well liked by students -- Mrs Sarah Barton * drupal *
Great for using with Professional Practice units. -- Mrs Sharon Lock * drupal *
Although an interesting read it was not what I thought it would be from the title! Was expecting more about being a reflective practitioner. I like the format of the book to stimulate further learning/research. -- Mrs Sheena Smart * drupal *
This is a useful book for this module and Exploring leadership in early years settings. I facilitate NPQICL with University of Wolverhampton, I shall recommend this text for these participants too. -- Mrs Sue Webster * drupal *
Another very interesting book edited by Reed and Canning. It can be useful for every single module of the Early Childhood Studies course. Every chapter of this book is related to the current curriculum and can supports students and Early Years professional in their work with children. -- Mrs Svetlana Shivacheva * drupal *
This book is highly recommended for all courses as reflective practice is essential to all practitioners. Book now ordered for the next academic year. -- Mrs Yolande Leech * drupal *
A well written, accessible text. Adopted as highly recommended text for all Childhood Practice students. -- Ms Alice Mongiello * drupal *
An excellent book, with many contributors discussing highly relevant issues for the reflective practitioner. -- Ms Anne Cockcroft * drupal *
Although supportive across the whole of the EYF FdA it is not sufficiently in depth in any one area therefore would be classed as supplementary. -- Ms Clare Harris * drupal *
Reflection not always easy to do honestly, this book helps to show the way and enable the reader develop the skills needed to reflect honestly and to support others. case studies enable the reader to view others points of view and to link placement and practice in a ′reflective′ way. -- Ms Lisa Oneill * drupal *
Reflective practice is an essentail skill in the early years and through using this book learners are able to gain strategies to enable them to practice the skill and art of reflection -- Ms Margaret Bamforth * drupal *
Particularly useful for the early years practitioner to encourage awareness of refelctive practice -- Ms Penny Dove * drupal *
This is a helpful book for level 4 students in early childhood studies. It introduces the concept of reflective practice and offers some concrete examples / case studies as well as some indication of the way that debates in the literature can inform reflection. -- Ms Rachel Rosen * drupal *
The content of the chapters fits with the subject content of this module in particular multi agency working and working together. The focus on reflective practice is a particular strength and will support students in an area they find difficult -- Ms Sue Kay-Flowers * drupal *
A comprehensive but accessible book covering key aspects of reflective professional practice in the early years. -- Ms Yinka Olusoga * drupal *