Creative play and learning come more naturally when the resources are 'open-ended', lending themselves to a variety of uses and constantly holding attention, says Mary Evans.
Discounts on their own childcare are a perk that can keep good nursery staff with an employer, says Mary Evans
<P>The Government is going to have to make up its mind what to prioritise if the neediest children are to gain from early years services, says Vidhya Alakeson </P>
The leading theories about how young children acquire and develop language, and how early years workers can use them, are outlined by Tricia David
<P> One organisation says there's more to education for the disabled than choosing between mainstream or special schools. Catherine Gaunt looks at conductive education </P>
Few parents escape the embarrassment of their child having a tantrum at the supermarket checkout or on the floor of a restaurant.
Early years settings put a range of music resources to the test, including instruments and CDs. Sue Hubberstey reports EIGHT-NOTE COMBI BELLS SET TTS
Games and fitness equipment can help children develop a love of movement and physical activity and will encourage even reluctant movers to join in the fun Movement
Replacing Baseline assessment with a 'school-readiness' check would not be a simple matter, warns Karen Wickett
A charity-run nursery finds it's no problem to adapt the day's activities in ways rewarding for all the children. Sue Learner reports George, aged two, has visual impairments and epilepsy. Before his...