This fully revised Third Edition of Marion Dowling's best selling book has been updated and expanded to include: Personal, social, and emotional development in children 0-6 years An update on recent and current national developments which impact on young children's personal development Comprehensive references to the Early Years Foundation Stage Links to Early Years Professional Standards Research on brain development and links to young children's well-being and learning Aspects of work with children from culturally diverse backgrounds Multi-agency working, including Children' Centers, extended schools and communities