Why is touch so important for babies and young children? Because it is linked to healthy physical and emotional development, Anne O’Connor explains
Do children bring to nursery a knowledge of ICT that depends on their parents' income? Jackie Cosh looks at research that found some other surprising factors at work, with recommendations for nursery...
Adults' facial expressions have a strong impact on very young children learning about social relationships. Anne O'Connor explains social referencing and why early years workers need to understand it.
These optional units help practitioners to pursue children's creativity across all areas of the curriculum, says Mary Evans.
Whether it's a simple comb or a home-made drum, children of all age groups enjoy making and playing musical instruments. Gail Bushell tunes you in Making musical instruments is exciting for children...
Movement play is vital to young children's cognitive development as well as physical skills, says Anne O'Connor
Teddy bears are forever popular. Miranda Walker recounts the origin of these companions and shows how to use teddies for fun activities - and even a spot of fundraising Whatever their age, chances...
Early years settings furloughed 71 per cent of their staff between March and August, according to new research, which highlights the crisis that many providers will find themselves in when the scheme...
Working together is taking on a new meaning in one local authority area that's putting into practice the Government's order to integrate children's services, says Simon Vevers Croydon is one of eight...
Grandparents who give up work to care for their grandchildren are to be given National Insurance credits to ensure they receive a full state pension, in measures announced by Chancellor Alistair...