This book provides a review of current thinking and best practice within nursery and infant education. The book is based on the basic truth that an effective early years curriculum must start with the children, their needs and their potential. The authors include an analysis of current research into how children learn and discussions of issues such as classroom organization, curriculum management, and assessment. In addition, the text covers individual curriculum areas, including new chapters on children's art, ICT (Information Communication Technology) and PSHE.