Australian Journal of Early Childhood articles from March 2006

Australian Journal of Early Childhood archives from March 2006

Editorial.(Editorial)
March 1, 2006... It seems that there is always another review or inquiry producing recommendations co address matters of importance for children, families and communities; so much so that one might be forgiven for developing 'review fatigue' and/or 'inquiry...

From Whitlam to economic rationalism and beyond: a conceptual framework for political activism in children's services.
March 1, 2006... Introduction Last year marked the thirtieth anniversary of the dismissal of the Whitlam Labor Government (1972-75), a pivotal political event for many, now middle-aged, Australians like myself. It is perhaps not surprising, therefore, that...

The implementation of families first NSW: Process lessons from the first four years.
March 1, 2006... Introduction This article analyses some of the key lessons from the process evaluation about how the NSW Government implemented the Families First strategy from 1999 to 2003. Implementing Families First is the joint responsibility of the...

Enhancing parent-child book reading in a disadvantaged community.
March 1, 2006... There is a growing consensus that appropriate early learning experiences can act as protective factors, with positive effects upon the cognitive and social development of children to allay serious educational and behaviour problems (Bishop &...

The stories we share: using narrative assessment to build communities of literacy participants in early childhood centres.
March 1, 2006... Introduction In New Zealand, two aspects of early childhood education are currently attracting particular attention: assessment and literacy. Following on from the release of Te Whariki (Ministry of Education, 1996), the national...

The inclusion of children with a disability in child care: the influence of experience, training and attitudes of childcare staff.
March 1, 2006... Introduction The enactment of Federal anti-discrimination legislation (Commonwealth of Australia, 1992) and changes in community attitudes towards disability have led to increased involvement of people with disabilities in numerous aspects...

Leadership concepts and theories: reflections for practice for early childhood directors.
March 1, 2006... Introduction Many developments have occurred in the provision and delivery of childcare services for young children and their families in Australia in the past three decades. Specifically, the development of an extensive childcare system...

Troubling teaching.
March 1, 2006... In naming this account of a four-year teaching journey 'troubling teaching' I wish to convey two ideas: first that I am troubled by aspects of teaching, but also, and more significantly, that I am troubling my teaching. Moss and Petrie (2002,...

'How to develop children's early literacy: a guide for professional carers and educators' Laurie Makin and Marian Whitehead London: Sage (2004).(Book review)
March 1, 2006... How to Develop Children's Early Literacy is a concise and very readable book that provides a wealth of useful information for anyone working with young children. It includes information on literacy for babies, toddlers and preschoolers;...