Construction play = any activity
where children can build or construct a model e.g. lego,
stickle bricks, wooden blocks, tubation.
Cognitive development = The ability to understand and
extend thinking about experiences and information.
Early years Practitioner = nursery nurse, nursery manager
or childcare worker who has practical experience of
looking after children.
Early years Professional = someone who advices about
childcare such as trainers, consultants, inspectors
or people who contribute to national strategies.
Emotional development = able to recognise and express
feelings, show empathy when others are upset or hurt.
Fine Motor/fine manipulative skills = Small intricate
movements made primarily with the hands such as grasping
and handling small objects. Hand & eye co-ordination
required skills. A skill essential for pre-writing.
Gross Motor skills = large movements using major muscles
of the whole body and both upper and lower limbs.
Malleable play = activities that allow children to mould
and sculpture with a soft material such as play dough
Role Play = any activity that allows children to pretend
play e.g. dressing up, shop, hair dresser, café,
small play such as dolls house or garage.
Self Esteem = a feeling of self worth, confidence in
their own ability, positive feelings will enhance emotional
Self Help Skills = this enhances a child’s personal
independence such as dressing, eating, washing or brushing
Sensory skills = learning to use the five sensory skills
touch, smell, hear, taste and see.