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Be able to promote the personal, social and emotional development of children

Collect together a variety of resources that you can use if a child in your setting experiences a bereavement, divorce or separation from a parent, long-term illness or injury etc.

Table of Contents

Tutorial Video
Reading Materials

Laser Learning reading text ‘Promoting personal, social and emotional development'
‘Promoting social and emotional development in the infant and toddler classroom' by the Child Care Services Association
‘Teaching your child to: Identify and express emotions' by The Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning
‘Personal, social and emotional development’ on the Gov UK website
‘How do we promote personal development in early years?’ by Sue Cowley, published by Teach Early Years
‘Personal, Social & Emotional Development’ on the Good Play Guide website

Presentation

Click to launch this lesson's first presentation on 'Managing behaviour'.
Click to launch this lesson’s second presentation on ‘How to develop children’s self-esteem’.

Good Practice Example
Interactive Quiz
Evidence Opportunities
Extended Learning

Click on the icon to the left to explore the website of Young Minds, a charity committed to improving the emotional well-being and mental health of children and young people.
Collect together a variety of resources that you can use if a child in your setting experiences a bereavement, divorce or separation from a parent, long-term illness or injury etc.
Think of ways in which adults can respond and interact with children positively and appropriately. Make a poster for the staff room to get your points across.
The articles below were published by Teach Early Years.
‘Unlocking a voice’ by Trisha Lee
‘Dramatic benefits: How can drama help our little people practise their social skills?’ by Laura Sydonie
‘Encouraging independence’ by Alistair Bryce-Clegg
‘How You Can Use Scary Stories Support Emotional Development’ by Alison Davies.

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