Course Overview
When children don’t yet have the words or the regulation skills to show what they’re feeling, it often comes out in actions (sometimes very big, very loud actions!) instead. Language development and brain development grow together. Hearing words again and again through conversation, songs, and stories helps strengthen the brain pathways that support understanding, memory, and speaking.
Understanding children in the early years (0–6): Learning, behaviour and support is designed to help you navigate the early years, when children are still learning how to manage emotions and cope with frustration. When adults look for what might be underneath the behaviour, they can respond in ways that calm and support learning, rather than adding more stress to the moment. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of early childhood development or learn more about your own growing family, this course offers clear, practical insights in an engaging and accessible format.
This course was built to partner 'Understanding children in the early years (0–6): Development and growth'. You can do just one course or both courses in any order, as each explores a different part of early childhood.
Endorsed by Little Monkeys!
This course has been endorsed by Little Monkeys, a home based early childhood education provider who work alongside their educators in their homes and strive to provide a holistic approach to child-led learning. They foster equitable learning opportunities, removing barriers to ensure that each child is empowered to grow into a confident and capable individual. Little Monkeys acknowledge the importance in providing an environment where children are kept safe at all times, with educators and whānau building strong connections along the child’s learning journey.
