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Howard Gardner Cheat Sheet

Howard Gardner Cheat Sheet

Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences is explained simply for educators with examples and EYLF links.
Erikson Cheat Sheet

Erikson Cheat Sheet

Erikson Psychosocial Development stages: trust, independence, confidence, identity explained simply.
Jean Piaget Cheat Sheet

Jean Piaget Cheat Sheet

Piaget's cognitive development stages: senses, play, logic, and abstract thinking explained simply.
Carol Dweck – Growth Mindset Theorist

Carol Dweck – Growth Mindset Theorist

Carol Dweck (born October 17, 1946) is an American psychologist and professor at Stanford University, best known for her pioneering research on mindsets in learning and achievement. Her work on the growth mindset has transformed education worldwide, showing that children’s…
Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter – Risky Play Theorist

Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter – Risky Play Theorist

Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter is a Norwegian researcher and professor at Queen Maud University College of Early Childhood Education. She is internationally recognized for her work on risky play in early childhood, highlighting how safe risk-taking supports children’s confidence, resilience,…
Alison Gopnik – Cognitive Development Theorist

Alison Gopnik – Cognitive Development Theorist

Alison Gopnik (born June 16, 1955) is a leading developmental psychologist and philosopher at the University of California, Berkeley. She is best known for her research on how children learn through exploration, play, and causal reasoning. Gopnik’s work emphasizes that…
1 - 2 Years Developmental Milestones With Examples To Links To The EYLF

1 - 2 Years Developmental Milestones With Examples To Links To The EYLF

Having a solid grasp of developmental stages will help you evaluate children's play and learning effectively. Sound professional knowledge should serve as the foundation for intentional teaching, planning, and evaluation. The following article provides Developmental Milestones 1 - 2 Years…
School Readiness Checklist Aligned To EYLF Outcomes

School Readiness Checklist Aligned To EYLF Outcomes

Preparing children for the leap into formal schooling involves more than academic knowledge—it means supporting their holistic development across cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains. This checklist supports educators and families in identifying foundational skills and strengths, in alignment with…
2 to 3 Years Developmental Milestones With Links To The EYLF

2 to 3 Years Developmental Milestones With Links To The EYLF

Here’s a breakdown of developmental milestones for children aged 2 to 3 years, along with examples of how they link to the EYLF.
12 to 24 Months Child Developmental Milestones With Links To The EYLF

12 to 24 Months Child Developmental Milestones With Links To The EYLF

Here’s how Physical Development, Cognitive & Language Development, and Social & Emotional Development for 12 to 24 months align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
0 to 12 Months Child Developmental Milestones With Links To The EYLF

0 to 12 Months Child Developmental Milestones With Links To The EYLF

 Here’s how each developmental milestone from birth to 12 months aligns with the EYLF outcomes.
Best Practices For Caring For Babies In Their Gross Motor Development

Best Practices For Caring For Babies In Their Gross Motor Development

Caring for babies in their gross motor development stage involves encouraging activities that promote strength, coordination, and balance. The following article provides information on Strategies For Supporting Babies In Their Gross Motor Development, How To Encourage Sitting Unsupported, Structured Activities…
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