Resources designed to support learners of the new next generation BTEC First in Children's Play, Learning and Development specification*. Covers the underpinning knowledge and understanding for all core, mandatory and optional units for the Award and Certificate and all core and mandatory units for the Extended Certificate. The attractive, accessible layout is packed with learning features, which draw out key points and bring topics to life. Provides support and practice for learners as they work towards the Award, Certificate and Extended Certificate. Units include plenty of activities and assessment guidance to help learners achieve their potential. Case Studies reflect the work-related nature of the qualification, so that learners are more able to put theory into practice in real-world settings. Assessment activities help learners to achieve their potential in internally-assessed units and support external assessment. * From 2012, Pearson's BTEC First qualifications have been under re-development, so schools and colleges could be teaching the existing 2010 specification or the new next generation 2012-2013 specification. There are different Student Books to support each specification. If learners are unsure, they should check with their teacher or tutor.