The Sociology of Early Childhood

Young Children’s Lives and Worlds

Yarrow Andrew (Flinders University), Jennifer Fane (Flinders University)

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Routledge
14 August 2018

Sociology: family & relationships; Moral & social purpose of education; Multicultural education; Pre-school & kindergarten

The Sociology of Early Childhood brings a new perspective to the field of early childhood education, offering insights into how children's diverse backgrounds shape their life chances. This book will be invaluable for all early childhood educators and students, who want to explore the complexities of contemporary society.

The book takes us through the lives of children from birth to eight years of age, highlighting key issues for babies, for toddlers and for older children, as they grow and learn. Exploring key aspects of inequality, such as gender, social class, race, disability, Indigeneity and sexuality, the sociological insights of this book help educators navigate their role as guides, mediators and advocates for young children. Whether it is understanding children's emotions, working with families, or understanding the challenges of climate change, this book will help, with practical and relevant knowledge.

Traditional approaches to early childhood focus on individual children, often missing a critical awareness of social relationships. There has also been a narrow understanding of children's abilities at a given age or stage, which has ignored the significant impacts of power, privilege and disadvantage. Using sociological theory, the authors unpack how these big issues affect all aspects of children's lives, showing how children struggle to overcome the negative stereotypes which operate to diminish the life chances of many children. This book gives all those who care about or for young children the tools and understanding to become powerful advocates for a better childhood, and a better world.

By: Yarrow Andrew (Flinders University), Jennifer Fane (Flinders University)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 498g
ISBN: 9781138089532
ISBN 10: 1138089532
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 14 August 2018
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Yarrow Andrew is a lecturer in early childhood education within the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work at Flinders University, Australia, having worked previously for fifteen years as a preschool educator. Jennifer Fane is a lecturer in health education within the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work at Flinders University, Australia, after training and working as a primary school teacher in British Columbia, Canada.