Thread by @toddle_edu

Here we are backstage, waiting to start Day 2 of the ultimate #EYPlayParty with a keynote on #LovingPedagogy by @tamsingrimmer. This session on how adults can help children feel loved and promote positive attachments will be moderated by @MsNursery. #ECECommunity #PlayfulLearning

The party is officially on, with Iceland, Macedonia, Chile, Italy, Cambodia, England, Switzerland, Uzbekistan, Canada and sooo many other countries being represented in our webinar chat box. Where are you joining us from today? Give us a shout and let us know! #EYPlayParty 🛩️

Remember to send us your questions and share your reflections with us here and in the webinar chat box and we will get them across to @tamsingrimmer 📨 We love hearing from you! #ECECommunity #TeachEarlyYears #TeacherCommunity #TeacherNetworking #EYPlayParty

Developing strong attachments in early years has a positive impact on relationships later in life. Prioritising relationships is part of a loving pedagogy. Understanding behaviour as communication helps us create secure attachments with children. #LovingPedagogy #AttachmentTheory

Secure attachments with children are key for positive behaviour. Spend time together, observe, listen, stay calm, have routine, realistic expectations, use objects of comfort, & create a sense of belonging 🫂💕 #LovingPedagogy #EarlyYears #EYPlayParty @tamsingrimmer

Awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) is key in early years. Trauma can affect physical and mental health long-term, and we need to provide a trauma-aware environment that is safe and nurturing to support children's wellbeing. #ChildhoodTrauma @tamsingrimmer

Nurturing, loving relationships are the perfect antidote to adverse childhood experiences. How do we facilitate that? Build secure attachments, prioritise staff and children's wellbeing, work closely with families, & reframe "attention-seeking" behaviour as "attachment-seeking".

Astutely, @tamsingrimmer points out we do not know what might be tipping point for a child, & that our job is to fill each child's emotional cup everyday with love and quality time so the child has enough reserves to cope with whatever comes their way. #LovingPedagogy #ToddlePlay

Loving children is important for effective learning, but love is rarely talked about in #ECE settings: @tamsingrimmer A warm and loving environment can foster a sense of security & belonging which will positively impact children's overall development & wellbeing. #ToddlePlay

Going all the way back to the ancient Greeks for this one, @tamsingrimmer asks, what are the different types of love, and how could they relate to children in our care? #EYlove #LovingPedagogy #ToddlePlay 💕💞

Teachers operate on the norms of professional love, prioritising the child's interests, guiding & protecting them, praising success & supporting failures. The goal is to encourage independence while providing a caring & protective environment. #ProfessionalLove #LovingPedagogy

So why develop a #LovingPedagogy in EY? It empowers children and offers them a loving environment to thrive in, positively impacting their lives and keeping them at the heart of everything we do - @tamsingrimmer #ChildCentredLearning

By being sensitive to children's needs, holding them in mind, & acting in loving ways, we can create a happier workplace and reassure parents that their children are well looked after and happy. We can help children develop lifelong socioemotional skills. #EarlyChildhoodEducation

Let's take a moment to show our little ones how much we care: we can offer encouragement & praise, listen & value their thoughts, surprise them with small gifts, help them when they need it, & show affection through a warm embrace or high five. 🎁🖐️#LoveInAction #LovingPedagogy

It's crucial to understand the child's love language & reciprocate e.g., if a child keeps bringing you little pebbles & feathers, their love lang might be gifts. Or it may be something you may not be keen on, but you do anyway (new battery to a musical toy, rerereading a book)

To truly connect with children, get down to their level and see the world from their perspective. Listen to their words, ask genuine questions, & notice their behaviour & actions. Act as a co-player and plan sessions with their interests in mind. #LovingPedagogy @tamsingrimmer

@tamsingrimmer By involving children in conversations & never talking over their head, we can show them that we value their thoughts and opinions. This approach fosters a sense of trust and respect, which is essential for their emotional and social development. #ToddlePlay #LovingPedagogy 💞