Animals are special and important to many young children. In fact, even if they do not share their home with a pet, they will meet all kinds of animals through stories, television, film and toys. For…

Join us for a special evening of inspiration, reflection, and celebration of Froebel’s principles in action

Background This study investigated associations between the presence of a child with autism or Asperger’s disorder in the family, family functioning and grandmother experiences with the goal of bett...

Introducing woodwork in early childhood educationProfessional development training The video above provides a short overview of the course (4mins) This online course comprises of a set of recorded vid...

A new free resource emphasising the importance of play in children’s early years and how educators can promote play, has been launched.

Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion exploring how creative research methods challenge power dynamics in knowledge production. Chaired by Helen Kara, a leading voice in creative...

Discover the transformative power of early years policy with Dan Wuori.

Closing the attainment gap in science for disadvantaged young people will require a more nuanced approach in EYFS, argues Julian Grenier

Pandemic-focused projects in Early Childhood have amplified concerns such as child poverty, separation/attachment, maternal anxiety, and other health issues. However, significant attention in actua...

Educators in early childhood and care (ECEC) working in schools and settings know how much young children appreciate those moments when you attend and attune your time and actions to what matters to t...