{"product_id":"9781041232476","title":"Understanding the Emotional Ecology of Early Years Settings How to Build an Environment of Care and Connection","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUnderstanding the Emotional Ecology of Early Years Settings\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Build an Environment of Care and Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLouise Hannan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eEducation \/ Schools \/ Levels \/ Early Childhood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHave you ever walked into a room and instantly sensed the emotional atmosphere?\u003c\/i\u003e Within early years settings, these emotional environments are complex, powerful – and often overlooked. This accessible guide illuminates the invisible emotional ecology that shapes both children’s experiences and adult wellbeing, offering practical insights into the rhythms that govern our daily interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on the author’s research and real-world experience, the guide delves into the strange and exciting world of emotions and explores how they impact our surroundings. Chapters consider six interconnected aspects of the emotional ecology - including professional love, emotional labour, and ethics and care - before explaining how to recognise emotional patterns, create authentic connections, and develop environments where all can thrive emotionally. Reflective questions and examples from practice are featured throughout to further build the reader’s understanding of the emotional landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy making visible what often remains unseen, the book provides new perspectives on behaviour, staff dynamics, and our own emotional responses and regulation—ultimately enhancing practice and improving outcomes for all. It is a valuable resource for early years educators, managers and students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLouise Hannan\u003c\/b\u003e is Lecturer on the Early Childhood Education and Care degree at University Centre Somerset. Prior to this she was an early years practitioner, team leader and manager in children centres working in and around the Bristol area. Her specialisms include the emotional spaces of early childhood settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 April 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaylor \u0026amp; Francis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoutledge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781041232476\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaperback softback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63585106034828,"sku":"9781041232476","price":24.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781041232476","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}