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February 22, 2026 ·
There is a moment most days, usually around 3pm, when the energy shifts. The room feels...
August 20, 2026 ·
Understanding the 8 Stages of De-escalation Through the Lens of Connection By Janine Kelly ...
August 12, 2026 ·
By Janine Kelly I recently had the privilege of listening to Sheena Yap Chan record her...
August 6, 2026 ·
By Janine Kelly Featuring the work of Angela May, M.Ed. Angela is a presenter at our...
August 1, 2026 ·
“Play is often talked about as if it were a break from learning. In reality, play is where...
July 29, 2026 ·
Every child is trying to tell us something. Sometimes they tell us through words. Sometimes...
June 21, 2026 ·
CONNECT • REGULATE • GUIDE • REFLECT In early childhood education, we often focus on how we...
June 20, 2026 ·
Leadership in early childhood is deeply emotional work. We manage rosters, compliance, budgets,...
May 15, 2026 ·
When children become overwhelmed, unsettled, or reactive, we often look first at behaviour...
April 15, 2026 ·
Challenging behaviour is often viewed as something that needs to be managed. However, when we...
March 22, 2026 ·
There is a quiet truth in early childhood education. If we do not ground ourselves...
February 25, 2026 ·
In early childhood settings, we often talk about being trauma-informed, responsive, and...
January 8, 2026 ·
In early childhood education, conversations about qualifications often carry strong emotions, and...
December 27, 2025 ·
Heavy Work in Early Childhood Education Building regulation, readiness, and resilience through...
September 8, 2025 ·
When we step into leadership roles in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), one of the...
September 7, 2025 ·
Advocacy has always been at the heart of early childhood education, but in 2025 it has never...
September 5, 2025 ·
The Power of Language: How We Talk to Children and Its Impact The way we communicate with young...
July 27, 2025 ·
SpendHave you ever heard the phrase, Authenic Childhood and wonder WHAT!!! What do researchers...
Starting the day at an early learning setting can be a challenging experience for both children...
May 25, 2025 ·
Why a Strong Team Matters In an early learning setting, educators, support staff, and managers...
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