Designed to facilitate professional development and critical reflection in the leadership of services for children and families, this book will enhance the understanding of readers from a range of disciplines and at varying levels of study. Packed with case studies depicting the experiences of children and their families in transition and exploring a wide range of scenarios, the chapters:</p><p>-explore transitions from a range of perspectives</p><p>- discuss the value of developing collaborative practice in deepening awareness of children''s views and experiences</p><p>- look at examples of contemporary practice</p><p>-consider the ethics, policies and law relating to current issues</p><p>-enrich the reader''s understanding of professional responsibility</p><p></p><p>Each chapter contains a chapter overview, a case study and suggestions for further reading. This book is relevant to all practitioners working with young children and their families and to all those studying early childho