\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive guide to the core areas of early learning and childcare is designed to equip students to synthesise theory, research and practice to become reflective, evidence-based practitioners. Featuring a diverse and experienced team of authors, this essential book covers policy, theories of childhood, professional development and urgent issues impacting the sector today such as diversity and inclusion, being trauma-aware and childrenâs rights.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Each chapter includes case studies, key ideas, views from practice, questions and more helping to bring topics to life, making this a rich resource that will support your studies.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Dr Mike Carroll is a retired Senior Lecturer currently working as an Associate Tutor in Education at the University of Glasgow, Education Consultant and the co-author of Understanding Teaching and Learning in Primary Education (2018). \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMary Wingrave, is a Senior Associate Tutor and was formerly a Senior Lecture in Education at the University of Glasgow\u003c/p\u003e