Children, Education and Geography: Rethinking Intersections

This book explores the intersections between children, education, and geography, emphasizing the importance of engaging with these fields to enhance geographical education. It argues that children's lives and educational experiences are inherently geographical, and that insights from geography and education can be used to support and empower young people. The book is written for children and young people, aiming to empower them in decision-making processes and promote their inclusion in educational thinking.

Format: Hardback
Length: 258 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate intersections between children, education, and geography, offering a fresh perspective on the role of geography in enhancing educational experiences. With a particular focus on children's geographies and geographies of education, the book draws upon cutting-edge research to explore how geographical education can be enriched through increased engagement with these fields.

The book firmly establishes the premise that the lives of children and young people are inherently geographical, as are educational institutions, systems, and processes. It delves into the diverse relationships between children, education, and geography, highlighting how these connections can enrich research and work with, and for, children and young people.

Chapters within the book examine how in/justices are reproduced through education, shedding light on the systemic inequalities that exist within educational systems. At the same time, it explores how insights generated by thinking in and across geography and education can be used to support and empower young people in both formal education and their everyday lives.

Ultimately, this book is written for children and young people, not as the readership but as people who are often marginalized in decision-making at various scales in education. It advocates for their inclusion at the heart of all educational thinking, recognizing their unique perspectives and experiences.

The book is of immense value to undergraduate and post-graduate students interested in geography education and children's geographies, as well as teachers of geography, both new and experienced. It provides valuable insights and practical strategies for incorporating geography into education, promoting inclusive and equitable learning environments for all children and young people.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032147468