Are Chairs or Stools Better for Movement? Have you ever considered how stools can encourage movement and improve physical development compared to traditional chairs in early childhood settings? Our guest blog by Community Playthings has looked at just that. Traditional chairs, while often considered a comfortable choice for young children, can actually [...]

Sensory Seekers – Exploring Babies and Infants Sensory Experiences Engaging a newborn in various sensory experiences plays a significant role in promoting neuroplasticity and supporting both motor and cognitive development. Movement in Babies and Infants Movement starts early, with even the smallest actions—like kicking, grasping, and rolling—playing a vital role in a baby’s development [...]

Haptics and Early Childhood Development: The Role of Touch in Communication and Language In early childhood development, the role of touch, or haptics, is profoundly significant, shaping not only physical and emotional growth but also playing a pivotal role in communication and language development.  Touch is one of the first senses to develop in [...]

The Importance of Physical Development in Early Childhood: Laying the Foundation for a Lifetime of Learning Early childhood is a time of rapid growth and development, with the first five years of life being particularly critical. During this period, children experience profound changes not only in their cognitive and emotional capabilities but also in [...]

Why Move! Let's get physical! In light of the World Health Organisations (WHO) report on Children’s Physical Activity it is clear we still need to ‘do more’ to promote physical activity among young children.  In the UK, 91% of children under the age of 4 are still not reaching the recommended levels of [...]