1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency Demonstrate increasing awareness of the needs and rights of others Is open to new challenges and taking considered risks Approaches new safe situations with confidence Beginning to initiate negotiating and sharing behaviours Persists when faced with challenges and when first attempts are not successful Engages […]
Play dough – one of the best activities you can have on hand for your young preschooler! I have a fail proof recipe that will keep well in the fridge for at least a month or two! A few tips when using it though. Always play with play dough on tiles or outside. If you […]
Your baby is learning to navigate himself vertically now. He shows early signs of walking and talking. He can also understand simple instructions. Since he has better pincer control he can also feed himself more neatly and play his toys without dropping them. Help develop their hand control by asking them to give you objects […]
Using the EYLF for your programs is a very personal journey! It is personal BUT it can also be very vague, consuming and overwhelming for those just starting but even for those who have been teaching for years like myself! When I started using the EYLF I had not been teaching for quite a while! […]
Your baby is growing in awareness and control of his body. A main highlight of this stage is the baby wanting to be more independent especially at feeding time, playing by himself, as well as a growing awareness of strangers. You can also encourage early speech by looking at him in the eye and explaining […]