- The National Foundation for Educational Research has launched anonline resource to help those working in children's services implementthe Every Child Matters agenda. The website includes surveys, research,advice and resources. Visit www.nfer.ac.uk/childrensservices.
- Understanding Four- to Five-year-olds is a new book from JessicaKingsley Publishers which aims to give an overview of the challengesyoung children face as they move on to the wider world of school. AuthorLesley Maroni discusses the social and emotional developments of thisage group. Visit www.jkp.com.
- The Children's Workforce Development Council has published two newresources to help employers and staff prepare for the IntegratedQualifications Framework. There are two versions of the 'clearprogression' documents, outlining how the IQF will improve the mobilityof the children and young people's workforce. Visitwww.cwdcouncil.org.uk.
- The CWDC has published an updated version of the booklet Making ItHappen - Working together for children, young people and families,focusing on the importance of communication and information-sharingpractices, the Common Assessment Framework and the role of the leadprofessional. Download a copy at www.cwdcouncil. org.uk or call 08456022260.
- A new CD for Polish children offers stories in both Polish andEnglish, as part of Resource Education's Talk-2-Talk series. With the CDcome four pages of literacy teaching suggestions and easy print-outfacilities for children to make their own books. Visitwww.resourcekt.co.uk.
- A new approach to teaching keyboard skills and singing to four- toseven-year-olds can be found at www.dogsandbirds.co.uk. Each note on thepiano keyboard is given an animal name to help make learning music funfor the children.
- A free booklet designed for women returning to work after having ababy has been published by Opportunity Links using Global Grantsfunding. The booklet offers practical tips on topics including choosingchildcare, adapting to being a working mother, tax credits, benefits andmaternity and paternity rights. Visit www.opportunity-links.org.uk.
