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The word ‘play’ must be seen to be equal among agendas

"I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Marc and his work for many years now. Every time I hear him speak about the theory behind playwork, I get so pumped about this movement. When I read this article, the...

Emotional resilience in children Play advocacy Play-based learning Unhelpful thinking

5 Jun 2022

Let there be light!

DOWNLOAD PDF HERE: Sleep. What an intense conversation topic particularly amongst new parents, whose group gatherings often sound like this: “Who sleeps through the night? When do you transition from ...

Child safety Child supervision guidelines ECEC regulations National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Safe sleep practices

15 Nov 2021 Blog

Behaviour Guidance from my point of view

The Short Story My approach to guiding children’s behaviour comes from understanding behaviour as communication to meet human needs. I believe that once educators have a deeper understanding of this, ...

Behaviour guidance Behaviour management Children's development Developmental red flags Educator ethics Inclusion support in education National Quality Framework (NQF) Play-based learning Sensory processing Strength-based practice

29 Oct 2021

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...

Aboriginal perspectives Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Behaviour charts Critical reflection Educational Leader Educator ethics National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Pedagogy Planning & programming Professional development Risk assessment

31 Jul 2021

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...

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30 Jun 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 Critical reflection Educational Leader Flow in early years Group time Mathematics and numeracy Neuroscience Play-based learning School readiness

24 Jun 2021

“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 safety Educational Leader Emotional resilience in children Flow in early years Nature play Play-based learning Professional development Risk assessment Risky play

24 Jun 2021

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...

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10 Jun 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 Language and literacy Literacy development Reading in early years

31 Dec 2020

"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 The delight of childhood

31 Oct 2020

The Relationship Impact

Critically reflecting is about constantly challenging your status quo. It’s always asking yourself “Where do I stand and how does that interact with everyone and everything in my world?” It can be as ...

Children's autonomy Critical reflection Educational Leader Emotional resilience in children

31 Jul 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 wellbeing Reading in early years Toys at school

29 Nov 2019 Blog

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