A critical analysis of the practical application of law and policy relating to social work with children and families.

This is a student guide to effective and ethically sound observation in social work practice.

All trainee teacher's need to know about the theory and practice of teaching primary science.

This is the essential teaching theory and practice text for primary Mathematics that takes a focused look at the practical aspects of teaching.

This book, written for practicing social workers undertaking their ASYE and compulsory CPD, has been designed to help professionals make sound judgments in increasingly complex contexts and under pressure.

This popular and widely recommended book outlines all of the requirements of the Literacy Skills Test, explaining the essential subject knowledge candidates need to know. This fifth edition also includes a full practice test, more practice questions and more question and answer commentary.

This is essential reading for aspiring and practicing primary school teachers to develop strategies to enhance the importance of mental health and emotional well-being.

This book draws on the latest research to offer guidance in supporting children struggling with literacy.

This text supports trainee teachers working towards primary QTS and Early Career Teachers to understand the importance of supporting children to become readers, enjoy reading for pleasure and develop higher level reading skills.

This book looks in detail at the knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes that children need to enable them to come to phonics teaching ready to learn and with a good chance of success.