IDENTIFIERS Developmentally Appropriate Programs; *United Kingdom

Drawing on experiences in North America, the United Kingdom, and other countries, this book examines the debate over the overall vision for early childhood education. The nature and quality of the United Kingdom's and other countries ' culture is questioned in respect to the future it provides for children. The queztion of who is able to provide a consistent, caring environment for children in light of societal changes is raised. Noting that early childhood issues are currently being placed high on the political agendas of manycountries, this book examines methods for improving the situation for today's and future children. The argument is not concerning whether there should be more high-quality and well-funded facilities for young child care', but rather, what is the best way to implement facilities and to train staff. The book includes th