<P>Small resources can help children to develop some big ideas in their imaginative play, as Jane Drake explains </P>
Charity Sense is giving children with disabilities and complex needs vital access to play opportunities through toolkits aimed at both settings and parents. Charlotte Goddard reports
New quality standards for supporting deaf children have been published, writes Annette Rawstrone
The secrets behind movements and activities that appeal almost universally to young children are revealed by Anne O'Connor and Anna Daly.
There are thousands of apps designed for children, but not all of them will be EYFS-appropriate. Martin Bailey explains what to look out for, and overleaf suggests seven apps ideal for nurseries
When your workplace is your home, how do you gather evidence and get yourself assessed for an NVQ 3?Meg Jones talks to successful candidates and advisors For Sue Griffin, the National Childminding...
From empathising with others’ feelings and needs to winning and losing games gracefully, Penny Tassoni provides some top tips for encouraging social skills in young children
With a host of new DVDs and CDs out this autumn, whether you want the children to rest and relax, learn something new or dance, there's plenty to play DVDs
A trip to Norway taught practitioners about outdoor learning, says Karen Faux.
Childcarers may have to deal with this infection, says Jody Blake, information manager at Wellchild.