I would give this book 10 out of 10 for being clearly written, easy to follow and very useful for all working in childcare.

Sarah Palmer, Sarah Palmer, Member of National Childminding Association

This is a book that should be invaluable for students conducting observations... full of practical and sensible ideas gleaned from the authors' combined knowledge and experience.

Journal for Education and Teaching

This is an absolutely fabulous book, which will be invaluable to all those who work as carers and educators of young children. Written in a highly accessible and easy to dip in and out of style, most will find it an easy and informative read. Packed with sensible and practical ideas gleaned from the qualified and experienced authors, the reader will be a much more skilled practitioner having developed their analytical powers of observation to the full. This user-friendly guide to observation is an essential read for all CACHE, Edexel, Open University and City & Guilds validated courses and all childcare practitioners, such as reception class teachers, foundation stage practitioners and teaching assistants.

Martine Horvath, Early Years Educator