Louise Porter, the author of this successful text shows that the most powerful disciplinary tool for young children is a caring relationship.

Louise Porter, the author of this successful text shows that the most powerful disciplinary tool for young children is a caring relationship. Drawing on her experience as a psychologist, academic, consultant and parent, Louise Porter offers a wealth of practical guidance which is effective, sensible, direct and always empathic to young children's needs.

PART ONE: FOUNDATIONS OF DISCIPLINE / Core Values of Early Childhood Education / Debates about Discipline / Prevention of Inconsiderate Behaviour / PART TWO: CHILDREN'S EMOTIONAL NEEDS / Meeting Children's Emotional Needs / Meeting Children's Social Needs / PART THREE: RESPONDING TO INCONSIDERATE BEHAVIOUR / Origins of Inconsiderate Behaviour / Communicating to Solve Problems / Responding to Everyday Disruptions / Teaching Children Emotional Self-Control / Resolving Chronic Difficulties / PART FOUR: SPECIFIC BEHAVIOURAL CHALLENGES OF YOUNG CHILDREN / Disruptions During Routines / Social and Play Difficulties / Developmental Challenges / Family Issues / PART FIVE: CARING FOR ADULTS / Supporting Staff / Solving Problems in Collaboration with Parents / Formulating a Discipline Policy