The International Day of Happiness, observed globally on 20th March, is an opportunity to highlight the importance of well-being, joy, and positive relationships in children’s lives. In early childhood settings, celebrating this day can foster belonging, resilience, and emotional literacy. By embedding happiness-focused activities into daily routines, educators can nurture environments where children, families, and staff thrive together.
The Children’s Services Award introduces a streamlined classification system and updated pay rates designed to better recognise the skills, qualifications, and responsibilities of early childhood… Read More
Children need safe and positive environments to learn and grow. To ensure this, services and educators need to ensure effective supervision at all times. The… Read More
Floorbook is a documentation approach that uses a large book with blank pages for children to record different aspects of their learning in small groups… Read More
In Norway and most other Scandinavian countries, children nap in the outdoors. According, to research outdoor sleeping not only promotes better daytime sleeping, but it… Read More
Nature programs in early childhood settings are a fantastic way to connect children with the natural world and promote holistic development. The following article provides… Read More
Schemas are patterns of repeated behavior that allow children to explore and express developing ideas and thoughts through their play and exploration. The following article… Read More
From 2026, every educator covered by the Children’s Services Award will move into a new, simplified classification structure. Instead of navigating 30 different levels, educators… Read More
The following article lists 30 art and craft descriptions and links to the EYLF. These can be used as a blurb, during observations, used for… Read More
Positive phrases play a crucial role in children's growth because they help nurture their emotional, social, and cognitive development. The following article lists 30 positive… Read More
From the earliest months of life, babies thrive when given opportunities to experience the outdoors. Nature is not just a backdrop for play—it is a… Read More
Strengths-based documentation is more than a compliance tool, it’s a way of honouring children’s voices...
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The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) guides how we document, plan, and reflect on children’s...
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A: When analysing observations, selecting the right learning outcome depends on several factors:
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