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Ideas For Staff Farewells When An Educator Leaves The Service

Ideas For Staff Farewells When An Educator Leaves The Service New!

Here are some heartfelt and playful ideas for an educator that is leaving the service.
20 Autism Friendly Activities For Children

20 Autism Friendly Activities For Children New!

Here’s a thoughtfully curated list of 20 autism-friendly activities that align beautifully with inclusive early childhood practices. These ideas support sensory regulation, communication, emotional development, and agency—while being playful and engaging for all children.
Intentional Consideration

Intentional Consideration New!

Intentional consideration is such a powerful practice — where every interaction and choice can shape a child’s experience. At its heart, it’s about pausing to purposefully reflect before acting, planning, or responding. It's the difference between doing something because “we’ve…
How To Get Ready For The New Child Safety Changes Before The 1st Of September

How To Get Ready For The New Child Safety Changes Before The 1st Of September New!

With the new national child safety reforms kicking in on 1 September 2025, early childhood services like yours have a real opportunity to lead the way. Here’s a clear, practical roadmap to help you and your team feel confident and…
Q: Do We Need To Reflect On All Learning Stories, Work Samples and Observations?

Q: Do We Need To Reflect On All Learning Stories, Work Samples and Observations? New!

A: In terms of best practice, not every single piece requires a long, formal reflection, but each should invite at least a moment of intentional consideration.
Critical Reflection Questions For Relationships With Children

Critical Reflection Questions For Relationships With Children New!

Here are some thoughtfully crafted critical reflection prompts to help you explore and strengthen relationships with children, aligned with Quality Area 5 of the NQS.
Children's Agency

Children's Agency New!

Children’s agency is all about empowering children to make choices, express their ideas, and influence decisions that affect them. It’s not just a buzzword—it’s a cornerstone of respectful, rights-based early childhood education. The following article provides information on Why Is…
Teaching Emotional Vocabulary To Toddlers and Preschoolers

Teaching Emotional Vocabulary To Toddlers and Preschoolers New!

Helping toddlers and preschoolers build emotional vocabulary is like giving them a toolbox for life—they learn to name what they feel, which helps them express themselves, regulate emotions, and connect with others. Here are some engaging, developmentally appropriate strategies and…
Individual Learning Plans (ILP) In Early Childhood

Individual Learning Plans (ILP) In Early Childhood New!

An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) in early childhood is a tailored document that outlines specific goals, strategies, and supports for a child, particularly one with a disability, developmental delay, or unique learning needs. The following article provides information on What…
Critical Reflection Questions For Cultural Displays In The Service

Critical Reflection Questions For Cultural Displays In The Service New!

Here’s a thoughtful set of critical reflection questions you can use to evaluate and enrich cultural displays in your service.
Feelings Toolbox

Feelings Toolbox New!

A “feelings toolbox” is a collection of strategies, visuals, and resources that help children recognize, express, and regulate their emotions. The following article provides information on What Is A Feeling Toolbox?, Benefits Of A Feeling Toolbox, Feeling Toolbox Tools For…
Language and Literacy Experiences For Preschoolers

Language and Literacy Experiences For Preschoolers New!

Language and literacy experiences for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 are all about sparking curiosity, building confidence, and laying the foundation for lifelong communication. Here’s a mix of engaging, developmentally appropriate ideas you can weave into your program.

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