"An international team of researchers videoed a day in the life of two-and-a-half-year-old girls at home in Canada, Italy, Peru, Thailand, Turkey, the UK and the USA. Different paths to wellbeing are illustrated through words and images. The book examines how human culture is shaped through interactions involving young children and their families"--Provided by publisher.

Presenting an innovative take on researching early childhood, this book provides an international comparison of the cultural and familial influences that shape the growth of young children. The book presents a unique methodology, and includes chapters on musicality, security, humour and eating.

In SMART Business Builders 14 successful small business owners, including several award winning businesses, share the stories of their business journeys. From the career public servant who started her first business at age 50 to the young mum who knew she was always destined to be an entrepreneur. Plus each contributor shares the ups and downs of their business journeys, and what they learned along the way, together with their top tips for business success. Whether you are thinking about starting a business, just setting out on your business journey or you've been in business for a while, their stories will inspire and encourage you to do what it takes to achieve your business dreams.