I care.

I have a positive sense of self so that I can independently participate in a small group, and the wider community.

Fasten shoes and coat.
Form relationships with their peers.
Talk about people they know, what they see and how they are feeling.
Aware of the feelings of others and respond thoughtfully.
Know that plants and animals require care, food and/or water to grow and thrive.

Display manners throughout the routine, including greetings, please and thank you, taking turns, mealtime code of conduct.
Participate in care routines for plants and creatures at school, at the allotment, at home and during visits.
Use a range of strategies in order to self regulate.
Play and learn with others effectively.
Talk about a balanced diet, toothbrushing, physical activity, and sleep in their daily routine.
Feed and toilet themselves independently.
Begin to understand and use the language of consent.
Know some strategies to access technology safely.
Participate in a range of events with their peers.

Work with you child’s key person to ensure consistency in toilet training.
All children need fresh air and movement! Try to provide opportunities for your child to run, jump, hop, roll, throw, hit, balance, lift and carry.
Walk to places, rather than always using transport or pushchair.
Allow your child to undress and dress themselves.
Teach them how to put on their coat and velcro shoes.
Involve your child in tasks such as making sandwiches, chopping vegetables for dinner, putting away shopping and setting the table.
Talk about benefits of healthy foods whilst out shopping and at mealtimes.
Label the emotions your child is demonstrating i.e. ‘I can see you’re smiling, you look happy. I wonder why you are feeling happy?’
Talk about the character’s feelings in stories.
Encourage your child’s growing independence i.e. letting them brush their teeth before an adult 'checks' for them, pouring their own drink.
Read books that challenge stereotypes and represent a diverse range of experiences i.e. children with parents of the same gender, with different skin colours, from different countries, with disabilities.
Encourage your child to participate in taking care of plants and animals at home.
Encourage your child to contribute to keeping home tidy and contribute to recycling.
Ensuring children only access apps, streaming services, or websites when an adult is present.

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