Key Concepts in Early Childhood Education and Care, Cathy Nutbrown's second edition, explains the key ideas and issues in Early Childhood clearly and concisely, keeping students up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.

New entries include:

Attachment Babies' learning and development Children's CentersCitizenshipDigital TechnologiesEarly Years Foundation Stage Early Years Professional StatusNeuroscienceSexualities

The rest of the book has also been thoroughly updated and revised, and includes coverage of heuristic play, Early Literacy Development and Parental Involvement.