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Emotional Literacy has been identified as key to a child's development. But what is it, why is it so important in the early years and what can practitioners do to nurture it? asks Yasmin Mukadam.
The rewards of close encounters with nature for all children are extolled by Annie Davy of Learning Through Landscapes
The benefits of 'tummy time' are well documented, but many babies spend too little time playing in this way. Andrea Vaughan explains how her setting has been working to increase parent awareness.
Controversy over when reading and writing should be taught could persist under the revised framework.Jan Dubiel, national development manager for Early Excellence, reviews the essential principles.
Threading and lacing resources help develop hand-eye co-ordination, fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. Early years setting assess a selection for Nicole Weinstein.
Never mind if the plant is a weed, it's wild, free, cookable and edible, as children and their families found out with Viv Hampshire.
Forest school expert Stuart Welby has been training practitioners looking to translate the practice to Chinese, city-based provision. So how did the experience play out for those involved?
Wet and dry sand can provide a useful basis for further learning when combined with careful planning and an interesting variety of resources, says Jane Drake. Photography at lescudjack nursery in...
Make use of Shrove Tuesday to teach children about tradition and the spirit of sharing - and to have a feast, of course, says Marianne Sargent.
Nappy changing is helped by routine, familiarity and a soothing environment. Nicole Weinstein offers some advice and resources