When a young child is reluctant to eat, it is important not to let mealtimes become a battleground. Mary Evans suggests strategies.
Latest research reinforces the vital importance of handwashing in preventing the spread of infection, explains Dr Sally Bloomfield.
At one nursery in London, an art therapist is helping young children with a range of difficulties - in a purpose-built garden 'shed'. Caroline Vollans finds out about the benefits
The relationship between a child's key person and SENCO can make all the difference to their experiences. Dr Kay Mathieson explains.
Funding from the Early Years Pupil Premium led to a Natural Explorers project in Hackney that benefited the whole nursery and children’s centre, write Lisa Clarke and Fran Paffard
‘Mood music’ offers a playful and contained way to begin to give shape and expression to what may be difficult emotional experiences for young children. Community musician and trainer Bill Roberts...
Understanding a child’s progress is particularly important in the Prime Areas. By Dr Kay Mathieson
See what makes a winner in the Nursery World Inclusive Practice Award 2010 along with Katy Morton, who went to visit a centre that welcomes children of all abilities as equals.
Childcare professionals have a part to play in protecting children from preventable illnesses that can be caused by smoking, says Melanie Defries.
Settings in Newham are being helped to improve children’s health, reports Meredith Jones Russell
