List of Figures
Foreword: Relating the Miracle of Young Life to Mysteries of the
Growing Brain Colwyn Trevarthen, Emeritus Professor, University of
Edinburgh, UK
Acknowledgements
Introduction: What To Expect and What Not To Expect From This
Book
1. Neuroscience: What Is it?
2. Why Should Early Childhood Practitioners Know About
Neuroscience?
3. Emotional Well-being: How Can We Help to Build Healthy
Brains?
4. Children’s Language and Communication Development: What Can
Neuroscience Tell Us?
5. Beyond Nature Versus Nurture: Is Neuroscience Relevant to the
Debate?
6. Conclusions and Recommendations: Where Do We Go From Here?
Glossary of Terms
Bibliography
Index
A balanced introduction that bridges the gap between current neuroscience research and early childhood practice.
Mine Conkbayir is a lecturer and training director for the Membership Body, National Early Years Trainers and Consultants (NEyTCO) and co-author, with Christine Pascal, of Early Childhood Theories and Contemporary Issues (Bloomsbury, 2014).
This practical guide translates the complex subject of neuroscience
... and distils its implications for practice.
*Nursery World*
I especially enjoyed the myth-busting sections found throughout the
book. I thought this was an excellent addition for readers without
a neuroscience background ... I think Early Childhood and
Neuroscience offers an excellent summary of a variety of topics for
a wide range of readers.
*The Psychologist*
A FABULOUS addition to my bookshelf. I've recommended to all my
students (who are scrambling to buy a copy). A long overdue look at
childhood from an evidence-based neuroscience perspective, no
pseudoscience, no hype, AND an enjoyable read. [Mine Conkbayir is]
my new hero!
*Sarah McKay, founder of The Neuroscience Academy, Australia*
The neuroscience of early childhood development is advancing with
unprecedented speed, and early childhood caretakers and educators
need a source to support them in understanding and distilling the
new findings into usable knowledge for practice. Conkbayir’s
readable book nicely accomplishes this goal. It will be a handy
addition to educators’ toolkits.
*Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, Associate Professor of Education,
Psychology and Neuroscience, Brain and Creativity Institute,
Rossier School of Education, University of Southern California,
USA*
This book offers a new perspective on the developing child and
links to new and traditional theories of child development. It
shines a much needed spotlight on development of our very youngest
children, including what happens in the womb. The combination of
theory and practice makes this a very accessible and relevant book
for Early Childhood students and practitioners.
*Helen Perkins, Senior Lecturer, Childhood and Family Studies,
Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing, University of
Wolverhampton, UK*
This book is a valuable addition to the academic study of Early
Childhood and early years practice. The author engages the reader
in a journey to support how a critical understanding of
neuroscience is vital in our work.
*Eunice Lumsden, Head of Early Years, The University of
Northampton, UK*
An excellent and up-to-date overview of key aspects of neuroscience
and brain development and how this might impact on classroom
practice.
*Susan Hunt, Nottingham Trent University, UK*
[An] excellent book with helpful links between theory and practice
... [and] great to see foundation degree students used in case
studies!
*Ann Gorecki, University of Winchester, UK*
This is an excellent book and the first that I have found to
specifically combine neuroscience with the early years.
*Bath Spa University, UK*
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