An essential resource for all educators and directors in early childhood settings, which:

• Explains in plain English how to observe, assess and plan for children aged 0–5 links to all aspects of the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Answers the need for explicit guidance on what ideas about planning mean in practice.
• Planning and observation are at the heart of any early years setting, and this straight-to-the-point guide gives a wealth of clear instructions on best practice in planning for young children’s learning, and observing their development.
• Features include case studies of planning in real settings, sample planning sheets and support on balancing child-initiated and adult-led learning.