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How safety is ensured in child care and what to do if you're worried

Parents, politicians and bureaucrats all want to keep children out of harm's way, and the government acts swiftly if it has concerns about the safety and … See more

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Reflecting on Jean Piaget’s theory and influence

WEBThree components to Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development. 1. Schema. Schema is the term Piaget used to represent the basic building blocks of intelligent …

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The importance of good sleep at child care and beyond

WEBIt’s important to build healthy sleep routines at home and at child care, and although individual children and different ages needs varying quantities of sleep, the …

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Common illnesses that keep kids home from child care

WEBGastroenteritis (gastro) Hand, foot and mouth disease. Influenza (flu) Pneumonia. Roseola. Slapped Cheek (human parvovirus infection) Sore throat. These …

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Hand, foot and mouth disease & how it affects youngsters

WEBHand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral infection that commonly affects preschoolers and other children under the age of 10. HFMD can spread easily in …

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Lose the Shoes How children benefit from barefoot learning

WEBAids in walking and balance. Shoes can constrict foot movement and negatively impact walking, balance, sensory development, and proprioception (the …

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Mindfulness in early childhood settings CareforKids.co.nz

WEBMindfulness is a growing area of interest in the early childhood sector and is promoted as a way to reduce stress and anxiety and to improve mental health and …

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An Overview of Home Based Education and Care

WEBAs a guide, Homegrown Kids says that, “Home-based care with an educator can start from less than $5 per hour per child and ranges up to around $8 per hour per …

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What outcomes to expect from early childhood education

WEB2. Your child will enjoy positive long-term outcomes. Although the early childhood years represent a relatively small part of your child's life, they play a large role …

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Health Services and Support for Young Children

WEBPlunketLine: Call 0800 933 922 for 24/7 for child health and parenting advice. Community Oral Health Service: Call 0800 TALK TEETH (0800 825 583) to …

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Keeping Kids Safe: Safety Standards & Legal Requirements

WEBThese include: Health and safety. Every licensed provider is required to: a. Take all reasonable steps to promote the good health and safety of children enrolled in …

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Kindness is contagious: Create a caring culture

WEBKindness is a natural human response that can flow naturally from even the youngest child and to ensure it stays with children throughout their early years and into …

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The strong bond between children and comfort objects

WEBComfort objects help youngsters relax and get to sleep. They are companions that children can talk to, sleep alongside and share experiences with. They provide …

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Rolling kai at early childhood education services

WEBWestport Kindergarten offers preschoolers a rolling kai from 9.30am to 11.35am (paired with free play and planned activities), followed by lunch (kai) at …

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Stress management strategies for early childhood professionals

WEBSelf-care practices mean taking care of you. This includes knowing when and who to ask for help, stepping outside for a breath of fresh air, using positive self-talk …

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Why you should consider taking children's naptime outside

WEBBetter physical and emotional development. Outside sleeping can increase children’s brain, bone and muscular development, along with their social and emotional …

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The best way to banish head lice CareforKids.co.nz

WEBIn New Zealand, there are two recommended ways to get rid of head lice: Wet combing, using a cheap conditioner and a fine-toothed nit comb, or. Dimethicone …

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Keeping animals in early childhood settings CareforKids.co.nz

WEBEducation with living creatures in an early childhood setting requires interacting with animals, both free-living and domestic, recognising that being with or in …

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An overview of Kōhanga Reo CareforKids.co.nz

WEBKōhanga reo are language nests that care for young children in a Māori cultural environment. Lessons are conducted in te reo Māori and there’s a focus on …

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