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Re-thinking “School Readiness” and how to actually support children to be ready for school

What makes a child ready for school? There is no singular answer to that question. Some individuals believe it may be self-help skills such as toileting, opening their own food or tying their shoes. F...

Developmentally appropriate pedagogy Emotional regulation in children Group time Mathematics in the early years Pedagogy Reading in early years School readiness Transition to school pedagogy school transition

31 Oct 2024

Children aren't born in litters, so why teach as if they are?

Before I answer the question posed in the title of this blog,let’s remind ourselves of the purposes of group story and song sessions in early childhood settings. Purposes of group story and song sessi...

Child attention span Flow in early years Group time Language development Literacy development Mathematics in the early years Music in early years Pedagogy Play-based learning Professional development Reading in early years School readiness Singing in early years Voluntary group sessions

16 Jul 2023

The Advocate for Childhood

Let’s discuss ‘that child’ found in many education and care settings. However, let’s not label him ‘that child’, and respectfully use his real name, Jacob. Jacob is spirited, energetic and a non-confo...

Child-led learning Childhood advocacy Flow in early years Freedom Cup® Group time Intrinsic motivation Nature play Play advocacy Professional development Risky play School readiness Sensory development The Phoenix Cups® Framework The delight of childhood child education

30 Jun 2021

Taking the ego out of teaching

DOWNLOAD PDF PRINTABLE HERE >>> As we continue to evolve in our understandings of early childhood research and theory, in particular in the area of neuroscience, we are moving in directions that are i...

Child-led learning Children's autonomy Critical reflection Educational Leader Flow in early years Group time Mathematics in the early years Neuroscience Play-based learning School readiness Teacher ego Values-based education

24 Jun 2021