Children need an enthusiastic mediator if they are to develop a love for books. Opal Dunn explains how to help under-threes build a solid foundation for literacy Parents and carers often feel...
The judges found it hard to choose among the impressive finalists for this year's award.
The National Day Nurseries Association’s new chair sets out how the organisation will continue to support the sector
A fun and fascinating way to extend young children's exploration of textiles is through felt-making. It needn't incur much cost and there's lots of online advice if you fancy having a go.
How can primary schools create emotionally and socially safe environments for the rising number of children with autism and social communication needs? Nicole Weinstein speaks to experts and teachers...
Microworlds 2000 is the new version of an old piece of Acorn software that encourages children to explore two colourful, interactive environments. Within each environment children progress from simple...
The long-awaited Early Years Foundation Stage was published on Tuesday. The EYFS, which comes into force in September 2008, is the new statutory framework which sets the standards for development,...
To be effective communicators, young children need attention from adults who are tuned in to what is worthwhile to them, writes Julie Fisher in the first of a four-part series about the role of the...
Websites are becoming increasingly versatile as business tools, while social media is now helping nurseries to achieve a new level engagement with parents. Katy Morton finds out more