1.1. Explain the innate drive for children to play. The innate drive for children to play stems from an evolutionary advantage to develop essential skills for survival. As Sutton-Smith (2017)…

1.1. Identify reasons for working in partnership. Working in partnership is fundamental for a holistic approach to child development. One key reason is the enhancement of learning experiences. By cultivating…

1.1. Summarise current legislation and guidelines relating to the health and safety of children. The safeguarding of children remains paramount within early years education settings, where current legislation and specific…

1.1. Identify common childhood illnesses When discussing common childhood illnesses, one begins with the frequent offenders — colds and influenza (Hamborsky et al., 2015). Children’s immune systems are less mature,…

1.1. Explain theoretical perspectives on emotional well-being. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs shows that people need to fulfill basic needs first before moving towards personal growth and feeling calm. This means…

1.1. Explain the role of the Early Years practitioner during: • nappy changing • toilet training • washing and bath time • care of skin, teeth and hair • meal…