Wellbeing From Birth

What Do We Mean by Wellbeing, and What Does It Look Like As It Takes Shape in Early Childhood? What Can We Do to Support the Wellbeing of Children at Home and in Settings? This Book Provides Some Answers to These Complex Questions, in a Straightforward, Accessible Way. Part 1 Iintroducing Wellbeing Describes the 'Backdrop' for a New Model of Wellbeing, Outlining Research and Policy Background, and Underpinning Early Childhood Themes. Part 2 the Theory of Wellbeing Defines Wellbeing Itself, Describing the New Model and the Mechanism of Wellbeing Development Called Companionable Learning. Part 3 Everday Wellbeing Contains Ideas and Examples From Homes and Settings of 'Real-Life' Wellbeing. Chapter 6 'All to Play For' is Rich With Ideas and Examples of "Profoundly Satisfying" Wellbeing Play. Part 4 Investing in Wellbeing is About Professional Development. It Covers Observation, Assessment and Planning; the Key Person Approach; 'When Things Go Wrong'; and Integrating Services Across S