Anti-racism in Early Childhood Education

With the growing challenge to equality, diversity and inclusion in policy and practice, this book could not be timelier. It offers thoughtful, theory-based and lived-experience informed, complementary, as well as contrasting, perspectives on anti-racist practice in early childhood education to stimulate reflection and debate among educators, practitioners and students. -- Eva Lloyd OBE, Emeritus Professor of Early Childhood, University of East London, London, UK This book introduces Froebelian principles as a powerful framework for anti-racist early years practice. Through personal narratives and reflective analysis, it challenges students and educators to deepen their understanding of identity, community and equity. A vital resource for transforming teaching and fostering inclusive, respectful learning environments. -- Ioanna Palaiologou, Associate Professor of Psychology in Education, University of Bristol, UK Antiracism in Early Childhood Education is an important and contemporary addition to the Early Childhood Education literature. The application of Anti-Racism to practice, policy and education research is crucial when considering the wider challenges to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. This is a book whose audience is multi-disciplinary and is appropriate for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as the wider public, private and voluntary sectors. -- Richard Race, Senior Lecturer in Education, Teesside University, UK