Promote positive body image, build self-esteem and tackle body confidence issues in young children with this practical guide.Over a quarter of childcare professionals have seen body confidence issues in children aged 3-5 years old. This book explains how body image develops, highlights the warning signs of body dissatisfaction in children and provides guidance for early years practitioners on how to safeguard positive body image by building self-esteem and resilience. It also provides practical guidance and ideas for supporting healthy habits in children and creating bias-free settings.

Ruth MacConville is an educational consultant and the SENDIST Tribunal Manager for Ealing. She previously worked as a teacher and regularly contributes to national conferences on the subject of body image. Ruth is author of Positive Body Image for Kids and Building Happiness, Resilience and Motivation in Adolescents.

1. What is Body Image? 2. Body Dissatisfaction: Understanding the Challenge. 3. The Resilience Connection. 4. Healthy Habits. 5. Creating a Bias Free Setting. Appendices.