Child Protection: A Guide for Teachers & Child Care Professionals Reviews

Child Protection: A Guide for Teachers & Child Care Professionals





'...a valuable resource book for teachers, child care workers and school administrators on preventing, identifying and handling cases of child abuse and neglect...[It includes] a unique international perspective on child protection.' Associate Professor Sandy K Wurtele, University of Colorado 'Many books stop at the what should be done, but this book goes beyond that to tell us the how. It is sound, practical and most welcomed.' Wilma Bartlett, The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, UK Teachers and early childhood workers are the only professionals in contact with abused children for long periods of time. Although they are seldom aware of their importance, they can provide the child's best defence against abuse. Abused children exhibit identifiable behaviours and perform less well in school than their peers. Educators and caregivers can learn to observe children's development and respond to their special needs. Schools have always taken responsibility for teaching children to stay safe from traffic, fire, water and electricity. They are also in the best position for teaching children to stay safe with people. Child Protection is a









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The Good Housekeeping Book Of Child Care: Including Parenting Advice, Health Care, and Child Development for Newborns to Preteens

Being a parent is hard--but this practical and reassuring guide to raising happy, healthy kids makes everything easier. Illustrated with more than 750 color photographs, it covers all the basics of wellness and child development, with insights into key stages of children's physical growth, skills, thinking, personality, and behavior. There are tips from professionals on everything from handling family conflicts and discipline to washing and dressing newborns, from toilet training toddlers to preparing for puberty. Plus : invaluable information on childhood illnesses, emergencies, and first aid.

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