This book supports students and practitioners in Early Childhood Studies, Early Years, Education and related disciplines in understanding self-regulation. It explores how self-regulation underpins much of children's development including social, emotional, behavioural and cognitive development. Key contexts for self-regulation, in particular aspects such as play, problem-solving and talk, are covered. It offers practical support for early years practice, linking theory and research to what happens in settings. Supports readers to: - know why self-regulation matters - understand how self-regulation develops - understand why self-regulation is increasingly evident in policy and curricular around the world - focus on social, emotional, behavioural and cognitive aspects of self-regulation - enhance impact through close working with parents and guardians - explore the importance of relationships in self-regulation - between children and adults and between children themselves - effectively observe and document self-regulation - support the development of young children's self-regulation across the curriculum