Transitional Objects in Early Childhood

In this innovative book, Amanda Norman looks at D. W. Winncott's theory of Transitional Objects in early years practice, the 'good enough' parent, and the relationship between the young child and primary carer in relation to the value of Transitional Objects.

Introduction
Part One: Transitional Objects and Early Childhood
1. A Historical Overview of Sentimental Objects and Their Meanings in Transitions
2. A Winnicott Partnership: The Winnicotts' Contributions to Psychoanalysis and Social Care
3. Attachment, Object Relations, and Transitional Objects
4. Transitional Objects: Parents, Personal to Public
Part Two: Transitional Objects and Early Years Practice
5. Transitions and Formal Day Care
6. Transitional Objects in Early Years and Caring Contexts
7. A Cross-Disciplinary Approach to Transitional Objects: Symbolic, Transitional, and Sentimental Objects
8. Concluding Note: Looking Back, Moving Forward