The Child

The place to learn about child development, pedagogy, and learning in the early years.

A woman feeds her dog in a highchair, parodying the Channel 4 show 'Train Your Baby Like A Dog'

Wellbeing

Why You Shouldn’t ‘Train Your Baby Like A Dog’

Sue Asquith shares her views on the appallingly titled Channel 4 show and explains a better way to look at early years behaviour.

Sue AsquithAugust 28, 2019

Two children play with blocks as they learn through their play

Learning & Development

Why Do Children Learn Through Play?

Play is the most valuable tool children have to understand and learn about the world around them. Here's why.

Matt ArnerichAugust 14, 2019

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Learning & Development | Positive Adult Relationships

The Famly Sessions 2 Video Recap: Child-Led Play and Next Steps

Watch the talks all about child-led play and next steps from our latest Famly Sessions event with Dr Sue Allingham and Early Years Alliance's Richard Knight.

Matt ArnerichJune 24, 2019

Nicola Burke explains the importance of children's musical development.

Interviews | Learning & Development | Positive Adult Relationships

Interview: Early Years Music Expert Nicola Burke

Hear from early years expert Nicola Burke about musical provision in the early years and the importance of varied musical experiences for child development.

Marcus FoggJune 19, 2019

Paul Howard Jones

Interviews | Learning & Development | Positive Adult Relationships

Interview: Secret Life’s Paul Howard-Jones

Hear from neuroscientist Paul Howard Jones about his fascinating work into the way the brain develops and how collaboration benefits children's learning.

Marcus FoggMay 29, 2019

A young boy is sitting down and potting a plant, demonstrating how he uses his concentration.

Learning & Development

Sue Cowley: How To Help Young Children Build Focus

Focus and concentration are important skills that can be difficult for young children to develop. Here's Sue Cowley explaining what you can do to help.

Matt ArnerichApril 30, 2019

A non-verbal child approaches an adult who is speaking to her by using her hands in a sign of non-verbal communication.

Inclusion

Wendy Usher: How To Hear A Non-Verbal Child’s Voice

How do you understand a non-verbal child and provide an environment where they can flourish? That's what Wendy Usher is here to explain.

Wendy UsherApril 24, 2019

An illustration showing two children sitting at a table learning and developing their behavioural skills.

Learning & Development | Policy | Wellbeing

The Outstanding Ofsted Experts: 12 Development, Behaviour & Welfare Tips

Top ofsted advice on development, behaviour and welfare within the early years to help children become happy, confident learners.

Marcus FoggApril 10, 2019

Wendy Usher explains the importance of inclusion in the early years

Inclusion | Interviews

[Video] Wendy Usher: Early Years Inclusion

Watch Wendy Usher discuss a range of topics relating to the connection between academia and the early years, problem solving and science.

Marcus FoggMarch 27, 2019

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