Mingling the young and the old in one centre could bring great benefits, but there are challenges to achieving it. Melanie Defries hears why.
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...
A nursery awarded Outstanding in its very first inspection tells Karen Faux about how it is still developing its provision.