Since you asked…
Community Child Care Association’s blog for early childhood educators
Question: What can I do to support a very tired team? I’ve only just taken up the educational leader role and it’s going to be an uphill climb for everyone as morale is extremely low.
Answer: Focus on meaningful relationships
During these tricky times, support for your team is crucial, and the best way to do this is by building meaningful…
Question: Help! The children in my 2–3s room don’t listen to me. How can I be firmer with them?
Answer: Promote a calmer environment and reflect on the needs behind children’s behaviour
We hear you! Whilst 2 to 3-year-olds are a delightful and exuberant age group, we can often feel like their…
Question: Are progressive meal times a good idea? How do we know if it’s right for our service?
Answer: Start small to see if it works for you
Whatever your service type, progressive meals are a wonderful way for children to have more choice and freedom in…
Question: At mealtimes, a lot of children are refusing to eat the main meal, so educators are requesting sandwiches be prepared for them instead. How can we create a menu where all children are at least eating some of the main meals?
Answer: There are a few strategies you could try
- Offer a variety of foods. If you are having chicken and vegetables for lunch, ensure the…
Question: Is it wrong for educators to use the word ‘kids’?
Answer: Choose professional language to foster a culture of respect
Children use the word ‘kids’ when they talk about ‘other kids’, and adults use it when talking about ‘their kids’,…
Question: Is it ok to use tepees, or is this cultural appropriation?
Answer: It depends
Like every other decision we make in early childhood education and care, choosing whether it is right to use a tepee…
Question: Should children wear high-vis vests on excursions?
Answer: It depends on your ‘why’
Many educators feel more comfortable using high-vis on excursions, and that’s okay. But when it comes to child…