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Birth to three matters - about the framework

The Birth to three matters framework recognises the contribution made to the development of very young children by the adults who care for them.
Birth to three matters focuses on: child development; effective practice; examples of play activities to promote play/ learning; guidance on planning/ resourcing and meeting diverse needs.
Download An Introduction to the Birth to three matters framework
Each of the four sections of the pack contains four (double-sided) cards. They are available to download as .pdf documents.
Supplementary materials and notes
In addition to the cards themselves, a variety of notes and supplimentary materials are also available.
1. A Strong Child (Notes on this section of the framework)
2. A skilful communicator (Notes on this section of the
framework)
3. A Competent Learner (Notes on this section of the framework)
Being creative
Being imaginative
Making connections
Representing
4. A Healthy Child (Notes on this section of the framework)
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