Abstract
As consequence of the complex, multifaceted, and contradictory process of acquiring the rights of working women and children, the frequency of babies in institutions of early childhood education and care has greatly increased. It was therefore questioned how literature discusses the transition from care/education more centered in the home contexts to those shared with the institution. This systematic bibliographic review used the terms transition, adaptation, babies, and daycare, in five languages and in six databases. Results indicate a growth of the theme in the last two decades, with greater production in Brazil and the Unites States. Paying attention to the complexity of the process, authors focus on processes and actions before and after enrolling in the institutions, in addition to long time changes. Theoretical issues, family-institution relationship, the teacher’s role, and welcoming strategies are discussed.
Keywords:
babies; early childhood education and care; transition; class transitions; microtransition