Composed of original Indigenous and Canadian content,this ground-breaking textbook features multiple voices from the field that, together, offer an extensive and balanced examination of the historical and philosophical influences of early childhood education. Broad in scope, this collection presents the various topics and approaches in the field before examining each in detail. Specific subjects include Indigenous ways of knowing, holistic education, and the influence of educational philosophers and theorists such as Rousseau and Dewey. The text also discusses contemporary issues such as...

Timely and thoroughly updated, the second edition of Early Years Education and Care in Canada explores the histories, philosophies, theories, and approaches that have shaped the ways that we teach and care for children in Canada. Featuring multiple voices and first-hand experiences in the field, contributions from Canadian academics and practitioners engage in theoretical and practical discussions on early childhood education and care.

The new edition of this volume continues to provide readers with a map of the theoretical landscape of early years practice and research and...