Sage Publications Sage Handbook of Early Childhood Policy - Sage Publications

With an estimated 200 million children under five failing to reach their developmental potential, the need for effective global intervention is clear. Many children today lack basic rights to health, development, and protection due to poor nutrition and a lack of stable, high-quality care. This book addresses these urgent global challenges by examining the expansion of early childhood services around the world. The SAGE Handbook of Early Childhood Policy provides a deep look into policy within Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC). It examines how these policies function and explores their relationship to service provision. This text serves as an essential resource for understanding the systemic factors that impact the lives of young children and the structural frameworks designed to support their growth and rights.