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Early Childhood Education and Care News
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November 16, 2021
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Welcome, this week new research into singing confidence among early educators shows a little bit of training can go a long way, we take a deep dive into the developmental benefits of block play. Finally, this month's ABC Kids contribution offers resources to support children making the transition to 'Big School' and plenty more!
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Boost singing confidence and hear the difference
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Does singing make you nervous? Well, you're not alone. Many early educators lack confidence in their singing abilities and, in a workplace where music is a daily activity, this can inhibit some teachers.
Thankfully, confidence and competency can be boosted with encouragement, collaboration and vocal techniques, according to findings from a New Zealand study.
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Block play builds more than STEM skills
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There's more value in block play than simply helping young children learn basic principles of math and science, in fact it's an incredible resource that, with educator support, allows children to explore ideas such as creativity, literacy and, social-emotional development.
This week we take a deep dive into scaffolding learning and the stages children move through as part of block play.
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November highlights from ABC Kids Early Education
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This month we're featuring resources to support children and families prepare for the transition to school in 2022. It's the much-anticipated countdown to Bluey Season 3 and we showcase engaging videos to build children's understandings of environmentally responsible practice.
With summer holidays just around the corner, transition to school programs are well under way.
Are you looking for additional resources to support children and families during this time? In Play School special episode 'Ready, Set, Big School', Little Ted, Kiya and friends prepare for their first day at primary school.
Anthony Semann (Semann and Slattery), consulted on the development of this episode which explores holistic transition to school strategies; helping to build social and emotional readiness, nurture resilience and encourage independence - being ready together for the next big adventure.
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