Early Childhood Education and Care in a Global Pandemic

'A raw presentation of the impact of COVID-19 on children, teachers, and families across the globe. Seen through their eyes, this international book is an important read.'
Laureate Professor Marilyn Fleer, Foundation Chair of Early Childhood Education and Development, Monash University, Australia

'This book presents a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the impact of COVID-19 on young children, families, and educators in countries around the world. Leading international authors have come together to identify and address the complex challenges of the pandemic such as the impact on educational programs, wellbeing and play, the evolution of innovative practices, and educator professional identities. These are viewed through children's perspectives, parents' expectations, and educators' experiences. This is a must-read text on the topic.'
Andrea Nolan, Deakin University, Australia; Professor of Early Childhood Education

'The contributing authors bring a socio-political lens to critical analysis of the immediate effects of the pandemic, and the aftermath. The ethical concerns with families, children and practitioners are threaded through each chapter, informed by children's rights. This is a challenging, but essential text for ECE students, practitioners, teachers, families and policy makers.'
Dr Elizabeth Wood, Professor of Education, University of Sheffield

'This state-of-the-art collection includes empirical and conceptual insight into how the pandemic has impacted ECE in countries around the globe. The editors make these alternative stories about children, parents, educators, pedagogies, the profession, the workforce, play and wellbeing, virtual learning, and of course lockdowns, accessible. They are for the most part optimistic, and present an enlightened read for practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and students.'
Sue Grieshaber, La Trobe University, Australia; Foundation co-editor Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood