{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EWhat should you be doing for young people as a Squirrel leader?\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWatch the video for further information on how as Squirrel leaders you can run a great meeting.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"value":"https://player.vimeo.com/video/464219857?app_id=122963","gridType":"embed","gtmId":"gtmId","gtmClass":"gtmClass"},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EReflect on how the team do the following things for their young people:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022none\u0022\u003EKeep them safe\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022none\u0022\u003EGet to know their needs\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022none\u0022\u003ERun fun activities\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022none\u0022\u003EPlan challenging sessions\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EKeep your young people safe\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EAs Squirrel Leaders you should\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ekeep your young people safe.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ECreate a safe environment. Support them to try new and challenging things whilst feeling accepted and comfortable.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWatch the video about working with this age group.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"value":"https://player.vimeo.com/video/460570647?h=0ccf51e3e9\u0026amp;app_id=122963","gridType":"embed","gtmId":"gtmId","gtmClass":"gtmClass"},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThis could be a young person\u2019s first experience of being part of a group away from their family. They might not understand rules and routines so be patient, consistent and keep things simple.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EStart by setting expectations for turn taking, sharing, walking, talking, listening, and sitting. Once you\u0027ve made these clear, you\u0027ll only need to remind them of the rules and routines.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHere are some more tips:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EUse a code of conduct to set out rules: make it more visual to allow for young people who can\u2019t read yet.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENever skip your opening or closing routine \u2013 if an activity is overrunning at the end of a session, end it so as not to run out of time and skip the closing routine.\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInstead of demanding that younger children follow rules, make personal contact (a touch, eye contact) to reassure and redirect them if they are acting out - this age group react better to positive guidance instead of being told off.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EInvolve young people, especially older ones, in creating rules and routines. For example, if the group is too loud, ask \u201CIs everyone being nice and quiet or very loud?\u201D When they respond, ask them \u201CWhat\u2019s wrong with being too loud?\u201D They\u2019ll feel empowered and it will\u00A0increase their self-confidence.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEmbed routines throughout the session \u2013 for example, you could always use songs when you want to go from tidy up time to home time.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EGive young people jobs such as tidiness inspectors (with funny glasses or hats)\u00A0to empower them to maintain rules themselves.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EInvolve parents \u2013 explain to them that it\u2019s important they encourage their child to follow rules and take part in routines. \u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EBuddy up younger young people with older ones so that one acts as a role model for the other.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFurther information on rules and routines can be found below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/ages-stages-helping-children-adjust-rules-routines/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead more about ages and stages and how this impacts setting rules and routines\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://famly.co/blog/management/sue-cowley-behaviour-early-years/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead more about building better behaviour in Early Years teacher\u0027s blog\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.teachearlyyears.com/positive-relationships/view/best-behaviour-structure-routine\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead a case study of how structure and routine support good behaviour in Early Years\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Set and maintain rules and routines"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022e1ija-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022e1ija-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022e1ija-0-0\u0022\u003EScouting is for all. Your team must ensure that every young person feels\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022e1ija-1-0\u0022\u003Epsychologically\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022e1ija-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0safe. They should feel accepted and supported to be themselves.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022ebqoo-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022ebqoo-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022ebqoo-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00222r4n5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00222r4n5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00222r4n5-0-0\u0022\u003EYoung people come from a range of different backgrounds.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003EEven at a young age, when asked about their families they might feel that they have to justify or defend them. This can make them feel different and, as they grow older, make them afraid to talk about their families.\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bvsoo-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bvsoo-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bvsoo-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022ftsl3-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022ftsl3-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022ftsl3-0-0\u0022\u003EHere are some tips on being inclusive and making sure all young people feel accepted:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022eo7ib-0-0\u0022\u003ECelebrate difference\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-0-0\u0022\u003EU\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-0-1\u0022\u003Ese an \u0027\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/early-years-everyday-life/early-years-ourselves-all-about-me/early-years-ourselves-all-about-me-writing-frames\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-1-0\u0022\u003Eall about me\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-2-0\u0022\u003E\u0027 activity and\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-3-0\u0022\u003Epositively\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-4-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0comment on individual differences. Show pictures and tell stories which refer to a range of family types. Reinforce the message that every family is unique but what makes a family is the same: love. Comment\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-5-0\u0022\u003Epositively\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224vo7-6-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0on similarities and differences throughout your sessions.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fckpk-0-0\u0022\u003ECreate a welcoming environment\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EKeep a diverse range of dolls, stories and costumes for young people to play with. Positively comment on all choices that they make on their own. What if a boy chooses pink to paint with and another teases him? In front of them both, comment positively on the choice. Model your acceptance to other young people.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EUse inclusive language\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228kjmn-0-0\u0022\u003EThis is not an easy thing to be mindful of but it is important that you don\u0027t use biased language. For example, consider using terms like \u2018the grownups\u2019 or \u2018the adults\u2019 at the end of the session. Using \u2018mummies and daddies\u2019 reinforces a message that a young person must always have a mum or a dad.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EChallenge stereotypes\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStereotypes affect young people\u0027s choices and aspirations. They affect the subjects they choose and the careers they aspire to. Choose content that doesn\u2019t conform to traditional stereotypes. For example, stories with male nurses or female firefighters. Positively comment on non-stereotypical attributes of characters in stories. For example, \u0027The princess is so brave!\u0027\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFurther information on creating an inclusive setting can be found below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://birthto5matters.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/getting_started_early_years-1.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Stonewall website\u0022\u003ERead more about inclusion in Early Years\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.pacey.org.uk/news-and-views/pacey-blog/may-2019/tackling-stereotypes-in-early-years-with-gender-ac/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead about challenging stereotypes in Early Years in this blog\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022http://www.earlychildhoodforum.org/docs/celebratingdifference.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead about celebrating difference in the Early Years childhood sector\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.open.edu/openlearn/health-sports-psychology/childhood-youth/early-years/when-do-children-develop-sense-gender\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EExtend your learning by taking this Open University course on \u0027When do children develop a sense of gender?\u0027\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Be inclusive - make them feel psychologically safe"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFour and five year olds have a lot of energy. They could become very excited and seem out of control. Rather than try and stop them, it\u2019s important to make sure they do this safely.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThere is more risk when changing from one part of the meeting to another. For example, at the beginning of a session, young people may rush to enter the venue. Similarly, when going indoors or outdoors, young people may get flustered or tired carrying things in, leading them to get in each other\u2019s ways and fall over.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIn addition, when running a more challenging activity such as an assault course, there\u0027s a risk of young people getting into accidents.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt\u2019s really important that you engage helpers and young leaders as much as you can. Assign parents/helpers to monitor smaller groups of young people, whilst a leader-in-charge can monitor the larger group and react when needed.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere are some more tips:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERisks associated with the venue will be largely fixed from week to week and your team should be briefed on these. You could record them on a printed risk assessment, check them every week and initial the form.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERisks associated with the planned activities should be assessed before the meeting.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThese risks will vary depending on the needs of your young people.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMake sure the whole team and parents are involved in assessing risks. Parents should be made aware of their responsibilities such as closing doors/gates behind them and not letting strangers into the building; and also encouraged to report any potential hazards to the team.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMake sure everybody in the team is familiar\u00A0with risks typically associated with this age group \u2013 e.g. slips, trips and falls.\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMake sure parents have completed emergency contact details and medical forms. Regularly communicate with parents so that they know what is coming up in the next session to flag any unknown risks.\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIf you\u2019re planning more challenging activities, arrange to have a higher number of adults present.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFurther information on assessing risks can be found below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://app.croneri.co.uk/feature-articles/slips-trips-and-falls-early-years-provisions?product=138\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?product=138\u0022\u003ERead more about slips, trips and falls in Early years\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/u\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003E\u003Cu\u003ERead all relevant risk assessment templates for the Scouts\u003C/u\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Continually assess and manage risks as a team"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Early Years Foundation Stage sets out four principles for early years providers to follow:\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChildren learn and develop best in an enabling environment\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChildren are unique, learn constantly and can become resilient, capable, confident and self-assured.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChildren learn and develop best in different ways and at different rates\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChildren learn strength and independence from positive relationships.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ESafeguarding is everybody\u2019s responsibility and everyone should act to respond to any concerns about the welfare of a child. E\u003C/span\u003Everyone in the team should have a copy of the\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Young People First - Yellow Card\u0022\u003EYellow Card\u003C/a\u003E, which:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Esets out a code of behaviour for all Adults in Scouting\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Eprovides guidelines on what to do if a young person tells you they are being abused\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003Egives guidelines on what to do if you are concerned about the welfare of a young person\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have any concerns about a young person\u0027s welfare, contact the Scout Support Centre on 0345 300 1818 or\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022mailto:safeguarding@scouts.org.uk\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022safeguarding email\u0022\u003Esafeguarding@scouts.org.uk\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFurther information on safeguarding in Early Years can be found below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.earlyyearshub.co.uk/category/eyh-blog\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead blog posts written by other Early Years practitioners on different Safeguarding topics\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022paragraph\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.eyalliance.org.uk/enabling-environments\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cu\u003ERead more about creating an enabling environment in Early Years\u003C/u\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/por/2a-key-policies/?pageid=137\u0022 title=\u00222. Key Policies\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?pageid=137\u0022\u003ERead The Scouts Safeguarding Policy\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/running-a-squirrel-drey/how-to-start-a-squirrel-drey/learning-and-development-for-volunteers/early-years-learning-resources/keep-your-young-people-safe/?preview=true\u0022 title=\u0022Safeguarding e-learning reference guide\u0022\u003EComplete The Scout Association\u0027s Safeguarding training\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Identify and report safeguarding concerns"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-root\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EReflect on your learning with a\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://learning.scouts.org.uk/keeping-your-young-people-safe/index.html\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Reflect on your learning\u0022\u003Eshort quiz\u003C/a\u003E. There is no pass or fail and you can take it as many times as you like. This is a chance for you to reflect on what you\u0027ve learnt.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-root\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe best way to learn is by asking others how they\u0027ve approached things and trying them out for yourself. There\u0027s no one size fits all at Scouts.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some common discussion questions on\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003Ekeeping your young people safe\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/strong\u003Eto post in your local group:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhat\u0027s the best way to reward young people at this age when they behave well?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow can you manage other young people making fun of each other\u0027s families?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow are the safety risks different for this age group from Beavers or Cubs?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Reflect and discuss"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGet to know your young people\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EAs Squirrel leaders you should\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003Eget to know your young people\u003C/strong\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EUnderstand their needs. 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Here are some tips for building positive relationships with families:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003ETalk to them as often as you can\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGive them as much information as possible about what\u2019s going on and what events are coming up. You can use a communication tool like WhatsApp or Online Scout Manager (OSM).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228sndf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228sndf-0-0\u0022\u003EAsk them to take part in making decisions\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EInvite parents and carers to take part in decisions which affect the whole section. For example, what trips should you carry out? Give them the information they need, listen to their views and let them know what you\u0027ve decided.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228ltba-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228ltba-0-0\u0022\u003ETackle any language barriers\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhat if you can\u2019t speak somebody\u0027s native language or they can\u0027t speak yours? Look for someone in the community who can act as a translator. Language can be a difficult barrier to overcome. It will mean a lot to families that you\u2019re doing whatever you can to connect with them.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022eh328-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022eh328-0-0\u0022\u003ELearn their names\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFind out what they want you to call them. Take the time to learn how to pronounce their names correctly. Calling someone by the wrong name can seem rude, even if it\u0027s done accidentally.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022eh328-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022hardreadability\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022eh328-5-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003ETry not to make assumptions\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022hardreadability\u0022\u003EBe careful not to make assumptions about families\u0027 lifestyles. For example, don\u2019t assume somebody is, or isn\u2019t, married or even that they\u0027re married to a man or woman. 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Let them know the impact they\u0027re having on their young people. Suggest ways they can get involved and support learning at home. Why not share home learning tips through your communication tool? For example, let them know the songs you\u0027re singing in your sessions and suggest they sing them at home.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022eh328-0-0\u0022\u003E\u200BTake time to understand additional needs\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can use the parent/carer framework to talk to families about children with additional needs. Try not to make any assumptions about the best type of support for a young person. Each young person is unique and has specific needs, which their parent can advise on. If possible, ask your Manager or other Leaders for advice on challenging conversations.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002232s8-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b4877-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b4877-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022b4877-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003EMore information on building relationships with families can\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022fg54p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fg54p-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fg54p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022dfcum-0-0\u0022\u003EFor more information on talking to parents/carers about their children\u2019s needs\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022dfcum-0-0\u0022\u003E \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://prod-cms.scouts.org.uk/media/10843/parent-carer-conversation-framework.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Parent/Carer conversation framework\u0022\u003Etake a look at the parent/carer conversation framework\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fg54p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cqeer-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/inclusion-and-diversity/supporting-those-with-additional-needs-and-neurodiversity/\u0022 title=\u0022Supporting those with additional needs and neurodiversity\u0022\u003EGuidance on supporting young people with additional needs\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Build relationships with their families"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bm0fd-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bm0fd-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bm0fd-0-0\u0022\u003EThe more young people\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bm0fd-1-0\u0022\u003Eare involved\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bm0fd-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0in shaping their Scouting experiences, the better!\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223r544-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223r544-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00223r544-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226ij8a-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226ij8a-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226ij8a-0-0\u0022\u003EAsk them about their likes and dislikes and show them that you are using these to shape the sessions. They\u0027ll feel more comfortable and open up to you\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226ij8a-1-0\u0022\u003Enaturally\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226ij8a-2-0\u0022\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022di3jl-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022di3jl-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022di3jl-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022di3jl-0-0\u0022\u003EUse activities which allow young people to talk about their likes and dislikes such as\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022di3jl-1-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.teachearlyyears.com/learning-and-development/view/early-years-activities-inspired-by-rob-biddulphs-show-and-tell\u0022\u003EShow and Tell\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-0-0\u0022\u003EUse activities in which they can talk about their\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.twinkl.co.uk/search?term=feelings\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-1-0\u0022\u003Efeelings\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022hardreadability\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-3-0\u0022\u003EFor example, use a welcome activity where each young person chooses a face sticker which represents their mood\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cd8pf-4-0\u0022\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223gsjd-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223gsjd-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223gsjd-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00223gsjd-0-0\u0022\u003EReview activities right after you finish them. You can ask them to hold up a happy face if they enjoyed the activity or a sad face if they didn\u0027t. Why not ask them to stand on one side of the room if they liked it or the other side of the room if they didn\u2019t? If you ask at the end of the session, young people might forget what they did.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226n2c0-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226n2c0-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226n2c0-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226n2c0-0-0\u0022\u003EWhen organising an event, ask young people what they would like to see or what they think would be at that type of event. For example, \u0022We are going to have a Pirate themed night, what do you think there will be to do? What do pirates eat?\u201D Try to have these discussions in small groups to encourage discussion and support for those who might be shy. \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229mon5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229mon5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00229mon5-0-0\u0022\u003EBe patient with young people who are shy.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b07pt-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b07pt-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b07pt-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022b07pt-0-0\u0022\u003ETry to give them some more attention during activities to notice if they are enjoying them or not.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cbp7g-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cbp7g-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cbp7g-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cbp7g-0-0\u0022\u003EYou can also speak to their parents about what they enjoy doing at home.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002244ve5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002244ve5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002244ve5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002244ve5-0-0\u0022\u003ETry to involve parents or carers to ask them questions to check if they liked an activity.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv 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class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002289sg-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://kidshelpline.com.au/parents/issues/helping-kids-identify-and-express-feelings\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002289sg-0-0\u0022\u003EHave a look here for more information on helping young people identify and express feeling\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002289sg-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/early-years-understanding-the-world/early-years-everyday-life/early-years-ourselves-all-about-me\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00229au6e-0-0\u0022\u003ETo find out more about your young people read the \u0027all about me\u0027 resources\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Get to know them"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cd18p-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022cd18p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022cd18p-0-0\u0022\u003EYoung people learn and develop at different stages. The following are only guidelines on what you might expect a four or five year old to be able to do.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022f24hq-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022f24hq-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022f24hq-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221k10m-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221k10m-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00221k10m-0-0\u0022\u003ERemember that each young person is unique. It\u0027s important to be aware of developmental ages and stages. It\u0027s equally important to get to know individual needs and characteristics.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225vrct-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225vrct-0-0\u0022\u003EFeelings and behaviour\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022ev1dk-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022ev1dk-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022ev1dk-0-0\u0022\u003EAt four and five, young people are exploring and learning to express their emotions.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224a9av-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224a9av-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224a9av-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022dfqog-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022dfqog-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022dfqog-0-0\u0022\u003EIf they feel comfortable, they generally like to be around people. They might want to please and be like their peers. Imaginary friends could be important too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022923al-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022923al-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022923al-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022aa4gn-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022aa4gn-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aa4gn-0-0\u0022\u003EThey are likely to be more helpful, but sometimes they might still be demanding. By five years, they\u2019ll\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aa4gn-1-0\u0022\u003Eprobably\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aa4gn-2-0\u0022\u003E have more control over their behaviour and fewer tantrums.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b5gpf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b5gpf-0-0\u0022\u003EThinking\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bej9i-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bej9i-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bej9i-0-0\u0022\u003EYoung people of four and five years of age know more about opposites than we may think \u2013 for example, high/low. They know the names of letters and numbers out of order, and can count to ten. They might remember their own address and know the difference between left and right.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bu82s-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bu82s-0-0\u0022\u003ETalking\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221ptqh-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221ptqh-0-0\u0022\u003ELanguage develops a lot at four and five years. More confident young people love telling stories and having conversations. They might also tell you how they feel, talk about their ideas, ask lots of questions and say words that rhyme.\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228b5s3-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228b5s3-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228b5s3-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003EAdults and other young people will generally be able to understand what a four year old is saying. Generally, they can build sentences with five or more words at a time.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022b1rap-0-0\u0022\u003EBy five years old a young person\u0027s language is clearer and their sentences will be more complex, often with up to nine words.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221tj8k-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221tj8k-0-0\u0022\u003EDaily life\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227ofta-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227ofta-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022eqema-0-0\u0022\u003EGenerally, this age group can dress themselves. They can also\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022eqema-1-0\u0022\u003Eprobably\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022eqema-2-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;use a fork, spoon and sometimes a knife \u2013 for example, to spread butter on bread. They should be able to go to the toilet\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022eqema-3-0\u0022\u003Eindependently\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022eqema-4-0\u0022\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022e58cd-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022e58cd-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022e58cd-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022jntb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022jntb-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022jntb-0-0\u0022\u003EThey should be able to copy a triangle, circle, square, and other shapes; and draw a person with a body. They will need support with more crafty activities.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bfamj-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bocbl-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bocbl-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bocbl-0-0\u0022\u003EFurther information on the ages and stages of development can\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bocbl-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bocbl-2-0\u0022\u003E below:\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227mt6c-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227mt6c-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00227mt6c-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022http://www.wordsforlife.org.uk/3-5/milestones-four-years\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead about milestones young people reach at age 4\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227mt6c-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022egk7b-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://wordsforlife.org.uk/activities/milestones-age-five/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead about milestones young people reach at age 5\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227mt6c-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://foundationyears.org.uk/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead Government guidance on early years\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.annafreud.org/early-years/early-years-in-mind/common-difficulties/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead about common difficulties you may face with early years and how to manage them\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Recognise the ages and stages of development"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYoung people this age learn through interacting with people and things around them. Sitting still for too long can actually disrupt their development.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00222jde5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00222jde5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00222jde5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221g1mn-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221g1mn-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFocus on the young person exploring and not the outcome. What if a young person paints with all the colours and produces an ugly brown shape on their page? Congratulate them! By letting them be creative and make decisions, you\u0027ve supported them in the best way possible. 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This is called self-talk. You should model this behaviour by talking aloud while you are doing something.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fdh5n-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fdh5n-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022fdh5n-0-0\u0022\u003ETalk with them about what they are doing, how they plan to do it, what worked well and what they would change next time.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Support them to learn effectively"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EReflect on your learning with a \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://learning.scouts.org.uk/get-to-know-your-young-people/index.html#/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Getting to know young people quiz\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#/\u0022\u003Eshort quiz\u003C/a\u003E. There is no pass or fail and you can take it as many times as you like. This is a chance for you to reflect on what you\u0027ve learnt.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere you\u0027ll find discussion questions on this topic. There\u0027s no one size fits all at Scouts. The best way to learn is by asking others how they\u0027ve approached things and trying them out for yourself.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some common discussion questions on \u0027getting to know your young people\u0027 to post in your local group:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow do you get young people involved in a meeting who won\u2019t leave their parents side?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow do you support the young people who do not want to take part in the opening and closing routines?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Reflect and discuss"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ERun games and activities\u003C/h3\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EAs Squirrel leaders you should\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Erun games and activities.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERun activities which allow young people to have fun and keep them engaged.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003EWatch the video and find more information below.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"value":"https://player.vimeo.com/video/461461753?h=6f9cfbcdba\u0026amp;app_id=122963","gridType":"embed","gtmId":"gtmId","gtmClass":"gtmClass"},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EGet young people\u0027s attention with verbal, visual, and physical cues.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Use attention grabbers\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThings like: \u201C1-2-3 Eyes on Me\u201D (while pointing at your eyes) or \u201CHands on top. Everybody Stop!\u201D (while placing your hands on your head) are a way to get young people\u2019s attention.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Be playful\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGet attention with a dramatic voice, by putting on a funny hat, or playing a clapping game. You could also try holding up a secret hand sign for young people to copy or rolling a ball to them to keep them alert.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Be open and welcoming\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EUse young people\u2019s names to get their attention. Engage them with facial expressions, such as smiling and making eye contact. Use warm body language \u2013 for example, don\u2019t fold your arms.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E4. Be patient\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGive young people time to process your requests for attention. For example, remember that afternoons are low energy times for many young people and it may take longer to process attention-getting techniques.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E5. Be aware of temperament\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESome young people can be easily distracted or more impulsive. Speak clearly and calmly and use physical cues like gentle touches to keep them focused. Other young people are more reflective and may need a five-minute warning before they can change activity.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E6. Think about learning styles\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENotice which attention-getting techniques work best for different learning styles. For visual learners, try raising your hand. For auditory learners, sing a song to start cleanup. For tactile learners, pass a stuffed animal around the circle.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003EMore information on getting attention can\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://thecornerstoneforteachers.com/truth-for-teachers-podcast/5-attention-grabbers-refocus-kids-quickly/#:~:text=I%20have%20become%20a%20collector,rainsticks%2C%20harmonicas%20or%20train%20whistles%E2%80%A6\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#:~:text=I%20have%20become%20a%20collector,rainsticks%2C%20harmonicas%20or%20train%20whistles%E2%80%A6\u0022\u003ERead about more attention-grabbing techniques\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Get attention"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe quickest way to lose young people\u0027s focus is by giving instructions they don\u2019t understand.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some tips on the best way to instruct 4 and 5 year olds:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBe clear and concise -\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0instructions should be short and to the point. The fewer words the better. A good guide is one word per year of life. For example, you can tell a five-year-old to \u0022go get your shoes on\u0022. The instruction shouldn\u0027t have any vague words \u2013 for example, \u201CGet the red-ish paper\u201D.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGive one instruction at a time -\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0when you give more than one, this age group may forget, not understand, or feel overwhelmed. If your activity has two parts - for example, going outside to light a bonfire and then toasting marshmallows - separate the instructions into two parts.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBe realistic\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E- give instructions that you know they can follow. This will become easier to sense as you interact more with this age group.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBe positive\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E- Let them know what you want them to do rather than not to do. If you only refer to the negative behavior - for example, \u0022don\u0027t run\u0022 you still leave many other options open (skipping, hopping, etc.). Telling the young person what you want them to do \u2013 e.g. \u0022walk, please.\u0022 \u2013 doesn\u2019t allow for other options.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003EMore information on giving instructions can\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.earlyyearseducator.co.uk/Features/article/following-instructions\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003EFollowing instructions in early years - research and tips\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Give instructions"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022a7pv2-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022a7pv2-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022a7pv2-0-0\u0022\u003EIf you notice young people seem uninterested in an activity, you should change it.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228p8gj-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228p8gj-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228p8gj-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226o6mn-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226o6mn-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226o6mn-0-0\u0022\u003ESome reasons young people this age may become uninterested in an activity:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225mqa8-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225mqa8-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00225mqa8-0-0\u0022\u003Eit\u0027s too long\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225mqa8-0-0\u0022\u003Eit\u0027s too difficult\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225mqa8-0-0\u0022\u003Eit\u0027s the end of the session and they\u0027re tired\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225mqa8-0-0\u0022\u003Eit\u0027s the end of a bad weather week and they\u0027ve had few chances to go outside and use their energy.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bpm82-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bpm82-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bpm82-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224q14p-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224q14p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224q14p-0-0\u0022\u003EDon\u0027t panic if they lose focus. If this happens, try and use a filler game. If they can\u0027t focus on a game, you can let them run around under the supervision of an adult.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002221nd8-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002221nd8-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002221nd8-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225uu3k-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225uu3k-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00225uu3k-0-0\u0022\u003ESigns that they are not focused on an activity or game are:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bqovb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228ggo1-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228ggo1-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228ggo1-0-0\u0022\u003Efidgeting in their seats\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022onol-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022onol-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022onol-0-0\u0022\u003Egetting up, running around and yelling\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bqovb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bqovb-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bqovb-0-0\u0022\u003Emore confident young people will tell you they\u0027re bored\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022dl6mj-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022dl6mj-0-0\u0022\u003EIf you think young people aren\u0027t enjoying the activity, use a filler activity.\u00A0\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002278uri-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002278uri-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002278uri-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228pvs5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228pvs5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228pvs5-0-0\u0022\u003EFiller activities are short, five or ten-minute games which can\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228pvs5-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe used\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228pvs5-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0as energy boosters. Have a look at the Deep Dive section for a list of activities you can use in your meetings.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003EMore information on adapting activities can\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://famly.co/blog/inspiration/10-early-years-circle-time-games/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EHere are some filler activity ideas\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Adapt activities when you need to"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221n7gt-0-0\u0022\u003EInvolving parents or carers in activities is useful. With more adults supporting activities, Squirrel leaders can focus on monitoring the whole group.\u00A0\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226e7g1-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226e7g1-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226e7g1-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022em69d-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022em69d-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022em69d-0-0\u0022\u003EBut it can be challenging. What if parents or carers start to do everything for their child? What if this means their child doesn\u0027t engage with other young people?\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bkn9-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bkn9-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bkn9-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022aneam-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022aneam-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aneam-0-0\u0022\u003EThere is no one way of involving parents or carers. Be patient and open to trying different things. What works for one group of parents or carers, might not work for another.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229ar8h-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229ar8h-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00229ar8h-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002290jrq-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002290jrq-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002290jrq-0-0\u0022\u003EIn the beginning, young people will\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002290jrq-1-0\u0022\u003Eprobably\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002290jrq-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0not want to leave their parents or carers. It\u0027s important you are consistent in encouraging them to be independent. For the first few weeks you can say things like \u0022How about this once (parent or carer) comes and helps?\u0022\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022kgou-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022kgou-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022kgou-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229gp7g-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229gp7g-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00229gp7g-0-0\u0022\u003EHere are some tips from leaders which have proven successful:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224uits-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224uits-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224uits-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022e1784-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022e1784-0-0\u0022\u003EMake it clear that this is the young person\u0027s space. Adults can support young people, but shouldn\u0027t do things for them.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bahlb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bahlb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bahlb-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bahlb-0-0\u0022\u003ECan you arrange the room so that there is a space for parents or carers at the back? You can then ask young people to invite parents or carers to get involved in specific activities. These could be designated \u0027zones\u0027 - that is, \u0027parent\u0027s zone\u0027 and an \u0027activity zone\u0027\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224su5q-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224su5q-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224su5q-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224su5q-0-0\u0022\u003ESet expectations by giving out separate \u0027how you can help\u0027 guidance for parents or carers, helpers and leaders.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227b29n-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227b29n-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00227b29n-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00227b29n-0-0\u0022\u003EIf you\u0027ve asked parents or carers to sit at the back, try not to ignore them. At the end of the activity, ask young people \u0022Do you want to take it to show (parent/carer)?\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002267hm3-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002267hm3-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002267hm3-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002267hm3-0-0\u0022\u003EIf parents or carers\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002267hm3-1-0\u0022\u003Eare involved\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002267hm3-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0in an activity, give young people tasks to promote their independence. For example, ask them to get the materials they need on their own.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022f0m9b-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022f0m9b-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022f0m9b-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022f0m9b-0-0\u0022\u003EIf a parent or carer has helped their child a lot, try and nudge young people to take ownership. For example, say \u0022Oh, wow looks like (parent or carer) helped a lot with that. Do you want to paint it now? What colour are you going to choose?\u0022\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226772p-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226772p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226772p-0-0\u0022\u003EDo you think a child is getting a different experience in Scouting because of their parent or carer? Talk to the parent or carer about it. You could guide them to the Early Years learning resources on the website. Give them the opportunity to learn the best way to support their child\u0027s development.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226772p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226772p-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226772p-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMore information on getting parents or carers involved can be found below:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.pacey.org.uk/working-in-childcare/spotlight-on/partnerships-with-parents/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead more about the importance of working with parents and carers in Early Years\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://campussuite-storage.s3.amazonaws.com/prod/1558547/25fac70c-4889-11e8-81cf-123d46065de8/1791897/4f285b62-7048-11e8-b464-12e5197c3b90/file/TheImpactofParentalInvolvementon365kb.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EHave a look at this information on the impact of parental involvement on children\u2019s education\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Get parents involved"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-root\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EReflect on your learning with a\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://learning.scouts.org.uk/run-games-and-activities/index.html\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Reflect on your learning.\u0022\u003Eshort quiz\u003C/a\u003E. \u003Cspan\u003EThere is no pass or fail and you can take it as many times as you like. This is a chance for you to reflect on what you\u0027ve learnt.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022content-root\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe best way to learn is by asking others how they\u0027ve approached things and trying them out for yourself. There\u0027s a no one size fits all at The Scouts.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some common discussion questions on\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Erunning games and activities\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003Eto post in your local group:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhat\u0027s been the most successful way of involving parents or carers in activities?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome young people just don\u0027t like having their parents or carers sign up as helpers and giving attention to other young people. But I need more helpers. What can I do?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow have you involved other young people in young running games and activities? 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Involving young people in planning is crucial for their development.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGive them some responsibility: for example, give them tasks to do like helping a leader to set up or demonstrate an activity.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EReview your plans with young people: at the end of the meeting line them up and say \u201CIf you really enjoyed today\u2019s activities stand here, if you thought they were OK stand here and if you didn\u2019t enjoy them stand here\u201D. You could then ask them simple questions like what was the best part or what could be done better next time\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETell young people when you\u2019ve listened to them and planned something you know they\u2019ll like by saying things like \u201CWe\u2019re doing this because you asked for it\u201D\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAsk helpers to support you to review activities with young people. Some young people who are more shy may not shout out their answers, but may be more comfortable talking about what they liked or didn\u2019t like in smaller groups.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMore information on involving young people in planning can be found below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/running-a-squirrel-drey/how-to-run-a-squirrel-drey/helping-squirrels-take-the-lead/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Helping Early Years Scouts take the lead\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHere are some more tips on involving young people in planning\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Involve young people in planning"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229pbuh-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229pbuh-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00229pbuh-0-0\u0022\u003EYou should use a balance of adult-led and youth-shaped activities in your sessions.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229279f-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229279f-0-0\u0022\u003EAdult-led activities\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022639j9-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022639j9-0-0\u0022\u003EAdult-led is where the adult plans, organises and shows or tells the children what they need to do. For example, a board game or a musical game such as the \u2018Hokey Cokey\u2019\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225ch4g-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225ch4g-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00225ch4g-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002233r9c-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002233r9c-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002233r9c-0-0\u0022\u003EThis approach is good for higher-risk activities. Young people carry out activities that otherwise they would not be able to manage. It also supports young people to learn new skills and concepts. For example, when playing a board game with an adult. Finally, this approach promotes language development as adults model language for young people.\u003C/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022l2pf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022l2pf-0-0\u0022\u003EYouth-shaped activities\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bkgln-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bkgln-0-0\u0022\u003EYouth-shaped is when young people are free to choose resources and toys and decide what to do with them. Adults can join in, but must do what the young person tells them to.\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022c3kae-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022c3kae-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022c3kae-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bs7de-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bs7de-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bs7de-0-0\u0022\u003EThis approach supports emotional development because young people make their own choices. It also fosters creativity as they have to develop their own ideas of how to play. Finally, youth-shaped activities allow young people to practice their social skills. They might squabble at times, but most young people from three years can work things out themselves. Learning to take turns and co-operate helps young people\u0027s social skills.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228sslr-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228sslr-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228sslr-0-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022aql51-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022aql51-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aql51-0-0\u0022\u003EFocus on the process of exploration and forget about the outcome. What if a young person paints with all the colours and produces an ugly brown shape on their page? Congratulate them! By letting them be creative and make decisions, you\u0027ve supported them in the best way possible. You\u0027ve let them express themselves, which is\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aql51-1-0\u0022\u003Eincredibly\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022aql51-2-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;important for their development.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226mict-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226mict-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022738pe-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022738pe-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere are some more tips:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229r8h8-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229r8h8-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00229r8h8-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00229r8h8-0-0\u0022\u003EHow to build a youth-shaped approach into an activity from the Programme Planning tool? Put the materials out and let young people adapt it as they want to.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002223vfb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002223vfb-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002223vfb-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002223vfb-0-0\u0022\u003ETry to incorporate youth-shaped play before the session starts. Young people will arrive at different times. Put out a mat with toys and other resources and let them play with no instructions.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bl348-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bl348-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bl348-0-0\u0022\u003EWhat if you notice a parent or carer insisting on doing everything for their child? Speak to them. Tell them about the importance of youth-shaped activities and the impact it will have.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bl348-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bl348-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002232s8-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003EMore information on adult vs. youth-shaped can \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://blog.optimus-education.com/getting-right-balance-between-adult-led-and-child-initiated-learning\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERead this blog on getting the balance right between adult-led and youth-shaped activities\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 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areas of Communication and Language, Physical Development and Personal, Social and Emotional Development.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETop tips for using songs during meetings:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAsk your young people what their favourite song is.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse songs for a particular purpose e.g. hello, goodbye song or tidy up song.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESing songs that also involve sounds, this supports young people that are less confident in singing to join in with the sounds.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESing songs slowly so that young people can listen to the words spoken rather than it sounding like jumbled up words.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESing songs that are familiar to children as they need lots of repetition.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECommunicate with parents or carers the songs you are singing so they can share these with young people at home.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse props such as puppets during the song.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECreate a song bag so that when young people see someone getting this bag they know it\u2019s song time.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse musical instruments to accompany songs.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EStories\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EStorytelling inspires imaginations and helps language development.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFive top storytelling tips:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake eye contact with young people and have fun and smile.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse gestures as you describe actions using your hands and your whole body.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse repeated words for effect: \u201CHe laughed and he laughed and he laughed!\u201D This encourages young people to join in on the third word.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERepeat sentences \u201CIs he under here? No. Is he under here? No\u201D. Again young people will join in once they know what to expect.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse different voices for different characters.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EPlay\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELearning through play is one of the key principles of Early Years education.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are some different kinds of play you can incorporate into your meetings:\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Construction Play\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EActivities such as counting bricks, measuring weight and moving objects make a difference to the way young people think and complete tasks.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Role Play\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlaying with props, actions and situations young people create stories and scenarios.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3. Creative Play\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThis involves young people creating things using their bodies and materials, like clay.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003EThey can share their feelings, ideas and thoughts by creating things. Creative play helps to satisfy children\u2019s need for self-expression and helps them to develop manual skills.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDeep Dive\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003EMore information on using songs, stories and play can\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022passivevoice\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-1-0\u0022\u003Ebe found\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E below:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.musicandmovement.org.uk/learning-resources/early-learning-goals/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EEarly Years learning goals in relation to music and movement\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.teachearlyyears.com/learning-and-development/view/storytelling#:~:text=One%20of%20my%20favourite%20early,wonder%20and%20help%20sequence%20events.\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#:~:text=One%20of%20my%20favourite%20early,wonder%20and%20help%20sequence%20events.\u0022\u003EStorytelling in early years\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.booktrust.org.uk/news-and-features/features/2017/january/hints-and-tips-for-storytellers/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EThe benefits of using stories in Early Years\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022http://www.nicurriculum.org.uk/docs/foundation_stage/learning_through_play_ey.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228rhqf-2-0\u0022\u003ELearning through play in Early Years\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E","label":"Use songs, stories and play"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bc1n9-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022bc1n9-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022bc1n9-0-0\u0022\u003EMake sure any extra content you use in your sessions is age appropriate. Check the guidelines for recommended ages.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224f9so-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224f9so-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224f9so-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226l1b5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00226l1b5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00226l1b5-0-0\u0022\u003EHere are some guidelines on selecting content for 4 and 5 year olds:\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cul class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022a37gr-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022213bd-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022213bd-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022213bd-0-0\u0022\u003EChoose content that helps build their vocabularies, count, and learn about the world. For example, facts about plants and animals.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228ugng-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00228ugng-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00228ugng-0-0\u0022\u003EChoose content with clear lessons about social and emotional skills. For example, being kind to others and waiting one\u0027s turn.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221okg2-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00221okg2-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00221okg2-0-0\u0022\u003EInclude concrete over abstract ideas. This age group learn better from things they can experience, see, and feel.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022blmtp-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022blmtp-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022blmtp-0-0\u0022\u003EChoose scenarios that are relatable to make it easier for young people to understand.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022mdl0-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022mdl0-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022mdl0-0-0\u0022\u003EYoung people may find characters from other countries or using other languages confusing. Especially if it is an animated show. If you can, point out connections to their world. Also ask questions to check that young people are making sense of what they see.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002241kgj-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u002241kgj-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u002241kgj-0-0\u0022\u003EChoose content that supports school-readiness, including social-emotional skills such as self-control.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225fv9a-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00225fv9a-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00225fv9a-0-0\u0022\u003EBe careful with content that tries to teach positive lessons using negative examples. For example, a sibling learns to love her new brother after she\u0027s shown being mean. Four year olds might find this confusing. It could also have the opposite effect, as young people may focus on the negative.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022769ma-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022769ma-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022769ma-0-0\u0022\u003EChoose media that shows characters with diverse attributes\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022didg1-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022didg1-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022didg1-0-0\u0022\u003EPoint out some of the positive, non-stereotypical attributes of characters. For example, \u0022Wow, the princess is so brave!\u0022\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022a37gr-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022a37gr-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022a37gr-0-0\u0022\u003EComment\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022adverb\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022a37gr-1-0\u0022\u003Epositively\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022a37gr-2-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0on interracial interactions in stories or on-screen.\u00A0\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223spf-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00223spf-0-0\u0022\u003EYoung people are all unique and it\u0027s difficult to always know if something will scare them. If a young person does become scared, reassure them that they don\u2019t have to take part if they don\u2019t want to. Why not buddy up younger children with older ones so that they feel supported?\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224tei5-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u00224tei5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u00224tei5-0-0\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022\u0022 data-block=\u0022true\u0022 data-editor=\u0022boi2c\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fevnp-0-0\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\u0022 data-offset-key=\u0022fevnp-0-0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan data-offset-key=\u0022fevnp-0-0\u0022\u003EYoung leaders are good with this age group when they become scared or distressed. 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