Strawberry Fields
It’s the season for strawberries; the nation’s favourite fruits are at their best: plump, juicy and full of sweetness and flavour. Not only that, they are packed full of vitamins and are a great way of adding a healthy boost to your child’s diet. Picking strawberries can be a great activity to do with young […]
Childcare Heroes: BF Skinner
A pioneer in the field of child development was psychologist BF Skinner, born in 1902. His theory of operant conditioning, where a child’s desired behaviour is rewarded or positively reinforced, is still respected and applied today in many childcare settings. At The Childcare Academy, we also admire his emphasis on encouraging a love of reading […]