Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Attachment theory and transitions -- Brain development and the impact of transitions -- A 'patchwork of services' : why do young children experience so many transitions? -- Reflecting on our own experience of transition -- Strategies for reducing transitions in the early years -- Strategies to support children's well-being during transition -- Conclusion -- Reference and further reading -- Index.

'Understanding Transitions in the Early Years' explains why transitions matter and provides practical guidance on how to support young children's developing emotional resilience and equip them to embrace change in the future.