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Children are amazing and so unique, and the educator’s job is never straightforward! Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for all teachers, and we have collected an abundance of information to support you.

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Children are amazing and so unique, and the educator’s job is never straightforward! Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for all teachers, and we have collected an abundance of information to support you.

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Articles from thought leaders on a broad range of issues.
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Booklets and DVDs that can be used for your in-house CPD.
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Children having fun with play equipment
Video
The 100 Languages of Children
Listen to these words about children and education from the famous musician Pablo Casals, and let them inspire you for the future.
three stools around a table
Article
Chairs or stools?
A study on early years seating finds that stacking stools improved posture, core strength, and concentration.
A baby room settup with a floor tray for loose parts, and a sofa, shelves, and book display
Article
The first 1000 days
This article delves into the latest research on early brain development and environmental design, offering evidence-based strategies for creating spaces that nurture growth during the critical first 1000 days of life.
Child putting a carry crate on a shelf
Video
Simplifying educators operations
Watch how colleagues at Growing Places streamlined and organised their learning environments, boosting staff morale.
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Portrait of Friedrich Froebel on the background of the village of Keilhau
Article
Friedrich Froebel
What was life like before ‘childhood’ existed? Children worked in mines and factories; nobody celebrated birthdays, and by the age of seven children were considered adults. Then along came Friedrich Froebel.
Three children playing with wooden blocks in construction corner
Article
Building blocks? Brilliant!
Block play opens a doorway to discovery of math, technology, engineering, design and even architecture.
Beautifully arranged nursery room
Article
Creating indoor environments for young children
A good early childhood environment supports play, hands-on-learning and whole child development.
An early years teacher is reading to children
Article
A teacher's commission
A teacher's job is super-human...to practice the draining act of forgiveness a hundred times a day.