Children and Childhoods 1

The early years of life are fast gaining prominence around the world. It is well documented that investment in early childhood results in exceptionally high returns in multiple arenas; greater than those resulting from enterprise focused on later periods in people's lives. This book presents current early years research that reflects the transdisciplinary nature of childhood. The first in the Children and Childhoods series, this volume examines multiple perspectives, places and practices that

Developmental psychology · Sociology · Children's Rights and Participation · Education Systems and Policy · Psychology · Activity programs · Australia · Child development · Congresses · Early childhood education