Book excerpt: Master the knowledge and skills you need for the new classroom-based CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) qualification. Written by expert Carolyn Meggitt, this is the only textbook for classroom-based learners endorsed by CACHE for the qualification. As ever, Meggitt's approachable writing style makes learning the key concepts both easy and enjoyable, and you can be sure she provides you with the information you need for your course. This book will support you through your assessment and the start of your career. - Understand all the requirements of the new qualification fully with clearly stated learning outcomes and key terms - See how concepts are applied in real settings with numerous case studies - Demonstrate what you've learned with activity boxes which give you the opportunity to check your understanding and apply it in the work setting - Prepare for examinations and assessment with confidence via activities linked to assessment criteria