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Preparation for Parenthood
Some current initiatives and thinking
Edited by Gillian Pugh
This book looks at developments in work carried out in schools, in antenatal preparation and in support for families with young children. Learn More1980, Ebook, PDF, 86pp, £6.00ISBN: 9781905818648 -
A Job for Life
Education and Support for Parents
Gillian Pugh, Joan Kidd, Kate Thorkington
Bringing up children is a 'job for life' and this discussion paper looks at education and support for parents as a continuous process which starts at birth and goes on through childhood, adolescence, committed relationships, pregnancy and parenthood itself. Learn More1982, Ebook, PDF, 12pp, £6.00ISBN: 9781905818983 -
Stepchildren
A National Study
Elsa Ferri
Based on the findings of the National Child Development Study, a long-term research project conducted by the National Children's Bureau into the development of all children, this publication offered the first full picture of the complexities of the step-relationship. Learn More1984, Ebook, PDF, 207pp, £6.00ISBN: 9781905818747 -
Growing Up
From eight years to young adulthood
Jennie Lindon
Setting the experiences of 8- to 18-year-olds within a practical framework, this classic practical guide describes the main changes for children as they grow from middle childhood to adulthood. Learn More1996, Paperback / softback, 0.04in x 0.04in / 1mm x 1mm, 200pp, £23.00ISBN: 97818745796181996, Ebook, PDF, 200pp, £23.00ISBN: 9781907969638 -
Children's Homes Revisited
David Berridge and Isabelle Brodie
In this book, based on a three-year national research study, the authors examine the changes in structure and use of residential child care services over the last ten years. They make a comprehensive analysis of the quality of care available and recommendations for policy, practice, and the future management of children's homes. Learn More1997, 250pp -
Young People Leaving Care
Life After the Children Act 1989
Bob Broad
This book contains extensive practice information, original research material and policy findings about young people leaving public care and the work of leaving care projects. Each chapter contains good practice and policy examples, and the book concludes with a critical analysis of key practice, policy, and theoretical issues. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 288pp, £27.99ISBN: 978-1-85302-412-2 -
Taking Liberty
A guide to secure accomodation for children and young people
Predencia Gabbidon
First published in 1998, this guide aims to help children and young people understand why they have been placed in secure accommodation and what to expect while they are there. Learn More1998, Ebook, PDF, 25pp, £6.00ISBN: 9781905818976 -
Residential Child Care
International Perspectives on Links with Families and Peers
Edited by Mono Chakrabarti and Malcolm Hill
Reflecting current political and policy priorities, this book focuses on new developments designed to promote these family and network relationships. The book examines both care policies and individual schemes which involve families and other network members in the planning and care of children looked after in residential units or children's homes. Learn More1999, 248pp -
Issues in Foster Care
Policy, Practice and Research
Edited by Greg Kelly and Robbie Gilligan
This book assesses the current state of foster care, the pressures which have shaped it and the challenges it faces. Arguing the importance of fostering within a coherent child care policy, the contributors examine the latest research into the delivery and support of foster care, and explore how these can be improved. Learn More1999, 240pp -
Permanent Family Placement for Children of Minority Ethnic Origin
June Thoburn, Liz Norford and Stephen Parvez Rashid
This book is based on the life accounts of 244 children of minority ethnic origin who were placed with predominantly white foster carers and adopters. The book provides a most interesting overview of the decision-making and planning processes that shape the placement in care of children of minority ethnic origin in the UK. Learn More2000, 224pp
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