* Planning experiences that help children to develop autonomy and the disposition to learn (p28)
* Finding opportunities to give positive encouragement to children, with practitioners acting as positive role models (p28) Early learning goals
* Be confident to try new activities, initiate ideas and speak in a familiar group (p32)
* Have a developing awareness of their own needs, views and feelings and be sensitive to the needs, views and feelings of others (p34)
* Be able to form good relationships with both adults and peers (p36) Stepping stones
* Show confidence in linking up with others for support and guidance (p32)
* Express needs and feelings in appropriate ways (p34)
* Seek out others to share experiences (p36)