{"product_id":"little-brains-matter-paperback-softback","title":"Little Brains Matter - Paperback \/ softback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis accessible guide introduces neuroscience, demystifying terminology and language and increasing the knowledge, skills and, importantly, confidence of anyone interested in brain development in early childhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical and reflective chapters highlight the multi-faceted role of adults as ‘brain builders’ and encourage the reader to consider how the environment, play and interactions are crucially interlinked. The book considers cutting-edge science and introduces this in an accessible way to look at a range of ways that adults can support children, exploring:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ehow poverty, adversity, and social, emotional and mental health all influence the developing child \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ethe science behind play, and why it is so important for young children\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ehow we can take ideas from different disciplines such as psychology and anthropology and interweave these with the overarching research of neuroscience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ewhy adult interaction (both practitioner and parent\/carer) with children is crucial for the developing brain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ethe importance of reflective practice to encourage readers to consider their actions and develop their understanding of important topics raised in the book.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a wealth of case studies and reflective practices weaving throughout, readers will be encouraged and empowered to pause and consider their own practice. \u003ci\u003eLittle Brains Matter \u003c\/i\u003ewill be essential reading for anyone interested in early childhood development. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45566319427822,"sku":"9780367724467","price":30.59,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bookland.com.au\/products\/little-brains-matter-paperback-softback","provider":"Book Land AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}