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In the second instalment of her series on two-year-olds' development and behaviour, Julia Manning-Morton looks at why practitioners should be aware of the emotional roots behind children's actions.

My best course - Getting feelings under control

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Sunday, January 25, 2015

| Nursery World

A course on helping children to regulate their own behaviour has helped Alisha Blanchard create a little calm in her setting.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Link up!

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Monday, January 12, 2015

| Nursery World

In the first of a series of articles looking at different aspects of two-year-olds' development and the behaviours that arise from it, Julia Manning-Morton explains why characteristics often considered 'challenging' in this age group are a vital part of individual growth.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - In other words

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Monday, December 1, 2014

| Nursery World

Learning to read different behaviours can help us better support children, says Kay Mathieson.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - A meeting of minds

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Monday, November 3, 2014

| Nursery World

In the second of her series on child behaviour and its links to the new SEND code of practice, Kay Mathieson looks at working with parents.

Long hours in nursery linked to aggression, study finds

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Friday, October 31, 2014

| Nursery World

Children who spend the longest amounts of time in group childcare are more likely to be hyperactive and aggressive, a new longitudinal study has found.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Time to reflect

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Monday, October 6, 2014

| Nursery World

Behaviour is not an 'area of need', rather an indicator of other areas of need, says Kay Mathieson in the first of a three-part series on child behaviour in light of the 2014 SEND Code of Practice.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - A fighting chance

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Monday, June 16, 2014

| Nursery World

Sibling rivalry is natural and unavoidable, but the ways in which parents respond to arguments can make a real difference to children's learning. Kay Mathieson offers some advice.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Colour coded?

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Monday, May 19, 2014

| Nursery World

Gender stereotyping in clothes and toys is the subject of much debate, but it is vital to recognise why children use 'girly/boyish' signals and to give positive messages, Kay Mathieson explains.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Easy does it

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Monday, April 21, 2014

| Nursery World

Some two-year-olds may have difficulty settling in, but taking steps to review your process and working more closely with parents can help to smooth the transition. Kay Mathieson explains

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - No messing?

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Monday, March 24, 2014

| Nursery World

Not all children like to take part in messy activities, but this type of exercise has value. Kay Mathieson explains why it is important and how participation can be encouraged.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Power balance

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Monday, March 10, 2014

| Nursery World

Aggression between children can be a concern, but how to teach positive behaviour? Practitioners' own conduct, realistic expectations and effective communication are crucial, says Kay Mathieson.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Off to sleep

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Monday, January 27, 2014

| Nursery World

A regular sleeping pattern is important for learning and growth, but how do you balance the timetables of parents and children when it comes to naps? Kay Mathieson offers some advice

Learning & Development: Boredom - Dream on!

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Monday, January 13, 2014

| Nursery World

In seeking to ensure children are always busy, have we overlooked the value of simply doing nothing? Dr Natasha Kirkham considers the issue.

Positive Relationships: Behaviour - Fair shares

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Monday, December 2, 2013

| Nursery World

How should you approach the idea of sharing when children seem to be finding it difficult? Kay Mathieson provides some guidance on workable strategies and realistic expectations.