It's time to ditch 'behaviour management plans' An excerpt from ‘The Phoenix Cups Framework: An Educator’s Toolkit for Behaviour Dear Educators, Can we talk about ‘behaviour management plans’? Or preferably, can we stop talking about them? Actually... Behaviour charts Behaviour guidance Behaviour management Children's behaviour Interaction ratio Positive interactions Positive reinforcement systems child education early childhood education 31 Jul 2021 Blog
Educators - Know your Stuff Four things that Educators who know how to exceed do that Educators working towards the National Quality Standard don’t. I have noticed something interesting… the difference in the practice of service... Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Behaviour charts Educational Leader Educator ethics National Quality Framework National Quality Standard Pedagogy in education Planning & programming Reflective practice Teaching strategies 31 Jul 2021 Blog
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 Educational Leader Neuroscience Play-based learning Reflective teaching practices Teacher ego Values-based education 24 Jun 2021 Blog
“I’m into risky play...BUT” DOWNLOAD PDF PRINTABLE HERE >>> ” The new “I’m not racist...BUT” of early childhood. It’s too conclusive to argue with - the research is out, nearly every professional development, conference, blog po... Child risk assessment Child safety Educational Leader Emotional resilience in children Outdoor Play Play-based learning Risky play Understanding children's behaviour 24 Jun 2021 Blog
Recommended Resources Reflections of an Educator Our sister company. Diaries, journals, and more. I need these in my life Early Years TV Interview style PD by Kathy Brodie from the UK. You'll find loads of videos here from... Behaviour management Child psychology Children's development Educator resources Learning stories Professional development Reflective journals Resources Teaching strategies early childhood education 10 Jun 2021 Resources
Nature Play QLD - Peter Gray Forum Videos This professional learning seminar has been provided for free by Nature Play QLD Peter Gray is an American psychologist and research professor in the Department of Psychology at Boston College. He is ... Nature play Outdoor Play Play-based learning Understanding children's behaviour 31 May 2021 Resources
Creating Readers Creating a reader is about joyously reading aloud, modelling good reading habits and having a ready supply of beautiful books always on hand - in the home and in educational facilities. It is never to... Book week Children's books Children's literacy Lifelong reading Literacy development Parental involvement in reading Read-aloud techniques Reading habits Reading in early years Storytime activities Teacher librarian tips 31 Dec 2020 Blog
"The little boy" poem I am posting this powerful poem for critical thinking about teacher-led art experiences. The reason is two-fold; 1) I can't find a nice post of it on the internet; 2) I have found two versions of the ... Childhood advocacy Children's autonomy Children's behaviour Individual creativity Student-teacher relationship Teacher-led activities The delight of childhood poem teacher 31 Oct 2020 Blog
A holistic approach to children’s wellbeing When we consider children’s wellbeing, we are looking at their overall physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. For children to establish an overall wellbeing, they need to have a strong ... COVID-19 Child development through play Children's emotional wellbeing Children's physical wellbeing Children's wellbeing Educator-family collaboration Emotional resilience in children Play-based learning Positive transitions in early childhood Social development strategies 29 Aug 2020 Blog
No Toys from home- really? This is a guest post from Educator and Parent, Jane Kenny. I had been cleaning up this morning and I picked up this case, which my son owns. Before placing it in his room I realised it had some weight... Childhood memories Children's emotional wellbeing Importance of toys in education Socializing with toys Toys at school Transition to new school 29 Nov 2019
Creative Craft Activity or Craptivity Creative craft activity or craptivity? It's all in the delivery. You decide. ‘Craptivity’ memes and subsequent support of this term, has recently besieged educator forums. An audience was divided last... Craft activities in early years Developmentally appropriate pedagogy Fine motor skills child development children's art children's craft craft craptivity 31 Aug 2019 Blog
Getting started with Bush Kinder - Part 2 What exactly is Bush Kinder? Bush Kinder is a general term used for facilitated place session with children in nature. Ideally, bush kinder will involve free time for children to explore a natural env... Bush kinder Child development in nature Children's development Nature play Outdoor Play early childhood education 31 Jul 2019 Blog