STEPPING STONES
Professional Development
for ECEs
STEPPING STONES
Professional Development
for ECEs
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FREE December 2025 Newsletter Reflection, Connection, and Looking Ahead
Our FREE December 2025 Newsletter is a reflective end-of-year edition designed to support early childhood educators as they pause, reflect, and prepare for the year ahead.<br><br>This edition explores the power of memory, tradition, and sensory experiences in children’s lives, while encouraging educators to consider how culture, connection, and belonging are honoured within everyday practice. It also offers gentle prompts to reflect on the year that has been—celebrating growth, acknowledging challenges, and setting intentional directions for the new year.<br><br>Inside, you’ll find:<br><br>Thought-provoking reflections on childhood memories, culture, and connection<br><br>Links between sensory experiences, identity, and children’s learning<br><br>Practical reflective prompts to support end-of-year critical reflection<br><br>A calm, strengths-based close to the year; without pressure or overwhelm<br><br>This newsletter is ideal for educators, leaders, and services seeking meaningful reflection that supports wellbeing, professional growth, and intentional practice during the busy December period.<br><br>📩 Free to download
October 2025 Newsletter
SSPD October Newsletter<br><br>This month, we shine a light on Mental Health Month and the vital role wellbeing plays in early childhood education. Inside, you’ll find three simple yet powerful activities to support children’s mental wellness across the age groups: calming bottles for babies, sensory play for toddlers, and mindfulness strategies for preschoolers. Each activity is designed to help children build resilience, regulate emotions, and develop a sense of calm in their everyday experiences.<br><br>You’ll also hear directly from Janine Kelly, founder of STEPPING STONES Professional Development, who shares her reflections on mental wellness in early learning—highlighting why it matters for both educators and the children in their care.<br><br>Looking ahead, our November edition will feature an in-depth article on the importance of professional development in early learning. We’ll explore how ongoing learning empowers educators, strengthens practice, and directly impacts quality outcomes for children and families.<br><br>Together, let’s continue building spaces where children flourish, educators feel supported, and wellbeing is placed at the heart of education.
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