Children's Rights in Practice
- Phil Jones - Insitute of Education, University of London
- Gary Walker - Leeds Metropolitan University, UK
Chapters cover:
- the child's right to play
- youth justice and children's rights
- the voice of the child
- ethical dilemmas in different contexts
- involvement, participation and decision making
- safeguarding and child protection
- social justice and exclusion
This book helps the reader understand what constitutes good practice, whilst considering the advantages and tensions involved in working across disciplines to implement children's rights against a complex legislative and social policy backdrop.
Essential reading for undergraduate and graduate students on Early Years, Early Childhood Studies, Childhood and Youth, Education, Law, Social Work, Play and Psychology courses, it is relevant to professionals working across education, health and social work.
Shows childrens rights in a language suitable for a good level of learners.
Helps readers to understand what good practice entails, this book provides clear guidance on the rights of young people today. Covering education, social care and welfare, and health this book allows readers to put policy into practice in their setting.
Chapter 3 will be shared with students with year 1 students when we explore children's rights
This is an excellent book which has been clearly written to provide strong links between theory, policy and practice. The activities provide opportunities for reflection and debate to engage students and professionals.
An excellent companion for the FD in Early Years. The rights of children are considered from participation through to implementation in policy and practice.
Excellent book for BTEC Level 3 students and for staff delivering the courses - well written and accessible
Good book and easy to read
This is an interesting and well organised book that explores the children’s rights and their implementation in practice.
Excellent resource as a reference to both the Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 and 3 courses. Current, factual and user friendly. A book that will engage the student and allow for reflective practice.
This is a highly accessable book that is easy to read. The activities are not only realistic, but also provide opportunity for debate amoungst students and lecturers.
