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Every morning I would feel overwhelmed by the noise level
Dr Sarah Alexander warns systemic failures in New Zealand’s early
Who is Who and Does What in Relation to the
In the commercial world we live in it is easy to forget that sometimes the best presents or gifts for children do not cost a lot of money.
The 5 Best “I Love You” and “You are Special” Gifts
An own plate and cup set decorated with a Disney scene or otherA scooter or new bike or outdoor play toyA first wrist watch or named item of jewell
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Sexism in Early Childhood Education. By Sarah Alexander, Lance Cablk, Adam Buckingham, David Butler and Russell Ballantyne. Published in 2006. Wellington. This report provides a
Opinion article. November 1, 2018. Dr Sarah Alexander. According to the Early Childhood Council 30 percent of its centres are currently stuck – they have
“Do you know of any scholarships or funding available for training a man? My 30-year-old nephew has decided to make ECE his career and I
A 5-month-old baby died while napping in a cot at an Auckland early childhood education (ECE) centre.
The tragedy is a reminder to everyone working in ECE services to use best practice when putting children to sleep. See the NZ Herald article: Baby’s death sparks call for tighter sleep regulations.
Coroner Alexander Ho found the little boy died, on March 17, 2023, from sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI). (The Office of Early Childhood Education has chosen not to name the child at this stage.)
Shrove Tuesday marks the day before Lent in many Christian traditions and is often celebrated with pancakes — a fun, food‑based way to explore culture, seasons, and family customs with young children. This article explains the origins and meaning of Shrove Tuesday in simple terms for ECE settings, and offers practical, child‑friendly ideas for celebrating, from safe pancake‑making and tasting activities to stories, songs, and inclusive extensions that honour diverse family beliefs.
September 12, 2020. The accepted view is that there is a shortage of teachers in ECE. Given that situation, how can an early childhood service
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