Executive summary

Research shows a strong connection between a child’s early years experiences and their overall learning, development, health and well-being.

The Think, Feel, Act: Lessons from Research about Young Children research report provides educators in early years settings with information to support early childhood development. It discusses:

  • the benefits of positive relationships in a child’s life for healthy brain development
  • ideas on how the environment can support children’s learning
  • the use of pedagogical documentation, like images or videos, to understand how individual children think and learn
  • the importance of supporting children’s ability to self-regulate and key steps for self-regulation
  • principles to help pedagogical leaders build and promote quality early learning environments
  • key components of inclusive child care and early years programs
The Think, Feel, Act: Lessons from Research about Young Children resource videos are being updated to meet our newest accessibility standards. We will make them available after they have been updated.

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