‘Leadership and Management of Services for Children and Young People’ by Connors, Harrison and Maclean
Book Review by Wanda Gibson
For reading, discussion or with a view to a qualification
‘Uprooted: The Shipment of Poor Children to Canada, 1867-1917′ by Roy Parker
Book Review by David Lane
‘The God Squad’ by Paddy Doyle
Book Review by David Lane
A classic - frightening and moving: the inside story about institutional life in Ireland
‘Well-Being from Birth’ by Dr Rosemary Roberts
Book Review by Edwina Mitchell
Covering both theory and practice
‘Nautical Training Ships: An Illustrated History’ by Phil Carradice
Book Review by David Lane
An important part of child care history which helped boys in need play a man’s role
‘Leadership in Children’s Services’ by Siobhan Maclean and Mark Shiner
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
Understanding the policy framework
‘From Birth to Eighteen Years: Children and the Law’ by Siobhan Maclean, Iain Maclean and Mark Shiner
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
A clear textbook about what is on the cover
‘What about the Children? How to help children survive separation and divorce’ by Julie Lynn Evans
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
How to help children survive separation and divorce
‘Living with Children’ by Dr Keith J. White
Book Review by Professor Roger Clough
A combination of theory and practice which challenges readers to think
The Little Prisoner Revisited
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
Any further responses to this moving book?
‘Research Methods in Early Childhood: An Introductory Guide’ by Penny Mukherji and Deborah Albon
Book Review by Maureen O'Hagan
Methodologies, ethics, techniques - it’s all there.
‘Metamorphoses- Troubled Children over Four Decades’ by James Rogers
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
Learning from the past: systems change, but do the children?
‘Early Childhood Studies’ by Johnson and Nahmad-Williams
Book Review by Maureen O'Hagan
A comprehensive guide on child development for all students
‘Changing Times, Changing Needs : A History of the Catholic Children’s Society in Westminster’ by Jim Hyland
Book Review by David Lane
A history of the Catholic Children’s Society in Westminster
‘Thanks and Have Fun Running the Country: Kids’ Letters to President Obama’ Edited by Jory John
Book Review by David Lane
‘Daughter’ by Mark Stewart-Jones
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
The struggle to survive and win against the odds
‘The Loveliest Girl in the World’ by Miina Savolainen
Book Review by David Lane
How photography can empower children in residential care
‘Physical Development in the Early Years Foundation Stage’ by Angela D Nurse
Book Review by Maureen O'Hagan
A useful text book for practitioners
‘Child’s Play: Montessori Games and Activities for Your Baby and Toddler’ by Maja Pitamic
Book Review by Maureen O'Hagan
Practical advice on play for practitioners and parents
‘S/NVQ Level 3 Health Award’ by Julia Watling and others
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
A standard text book for carers and health workers
‘Promoting Resilience - Supporting Children and Young People Who are in Care, Adopted or In Need’ by Robbie Gilligan
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
‘Yesterday’s Naughty Children’ by Joan Rimmer
Book Review by David Lane
A History of the Liverpool Reformatory Association
‘Healthy Parent Healthy Child’ by Karen Miller-Kovach
Book Review by Kay Lane
A sensible whole family approach to adopting healthy life-styles
‘Communicating Through Play: Techniques for Assessing and Preparing Children for Adoption’ by Bernie Stringer
Book Review by Valerie Jackson
Techniques for assessing and preparing children for adoption
‘Growing Vegetables is Fun’ by Emma Cooper
Book Review by Valerie Jackson & Emma Cooper
An activity for adults and children to share - and eat the results together too!
‘Little Miracles’ by Giselle Green
Book Review by Nikki Rule-Jackson
What parents do when a child goes missing…
‘Family Cookbook’ by Annabel Karmel
Book Review by Wanda Gibson
Something for all the family to get their teeth into
‘Care and Education in Early Childhood’ by Audrey Curtis and Maureen O’Hagan
Book Review by Wanda Gibson
- A student’s guide to theory and practice
‘Advanced Early Years’ by Iain Macleod-Brudenell and Janet Kay
Book Review by Wanda Gibson
A comprehensive text book for advanced early years students
‘Residential Care - A Positive Future’ Edited by Terry Philpott
Book Review by David Lane
The impact of the Wagner Report over the last two decades
‘Practical EYFS Handbook’ by Penny Tassoni
Book Review by Cindy Grant
A textbook for students geared to current UK systems
‘Inclusion, Equality and Diversity in Working with Children’ by S. Griffin
Book Review by Cindy Grant
Young Children and Racial Justice by Jane Lane
Book Review by Maureen O'Hagan
Taking action for equality in the early years - understanding the past, thinking about the present, planning for the future …
Best Practice in Social Work: Critical Perspectives by K. Jones, B. Cooper, and H. Ferguson
Book Review by Sue Kennedy
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Today : A Handbook. Edited by C. Jackson, K. Hill and P. Lavis
Book Review by Professor Ewan Anderson
The Growth of Love by Dr Keith J. White
The book reflects Mill Grove and what it has to offer.
The Growth of Love by Dr Keith J. White
Book Review by Jo-Joy Wright
What is happening to our children and childhood? Three books which highlight some of the issues
Book Review by Maureen O'Hagan
Current issues affecting children – computers, media, sexualisation, toxins and drugs
Children’s Rights : Respecting Children’s Rights and Understanding Responsibilities by Ann Wheal
Book Review by David Lane
A reference book with analyses and comments based on the author’s experience
