The pack, 'Birth to three: supporting relationships, responsive care and respect', includes a DVD and an accompanying series of training materials.
It was produced by Learning and Teaching Scotland on behalf of the Scottish Executive Education Department in direct response to consultation on the national guidance, Birth to three: supporting our youngest children.
The new pack illustrates approaches to the three key features of the guidance: relationships, responsive care and respect. It will be of interest to anyone working with children and families, particularly those who have a training remit and work in support of other staff.
The pack is divided into a series of sessions, ranging in length from one to four hours. Sessions include Peek-a-Boo, Funny Foam, My New Baby and How Are You Today?
Juliet Hancock, early years development officer at Learning and Teaching Scotland, said, 'All the examples recognise the role of parents in having a deep understanding of their own child from which others need to learn. The activities encourage deep thought and reflection about genuine working with parents as valued and respected partners.'
The pack costs 33 excluding VAT. It is available free within Scotland to local authorities, partner providers and voluntary organisations. Order from Learning and Teaching Scotland on 08700 100 297.
For information and to view sample sequences on the DVD see www.LTScotland.org.uk/ earlyyears/birthtothree.
