Childhood Development, Early Learning From Birth To Pre-School
Posted: Tuesday, November 24, 2009
by Stuart Hutchings
From Little Acorns Academy
In this context early learning is the learning that takes place from birth to 3 years old. Numerous research studies confirm that the first three years of life are the most critical for the intellectual and emotional development of an infant.
At birth a baby's brain already has 100,000,000,000 brain cells but it is only about 25% developed, many of these cells still need wiring' up. These connections are formed at a dramatic rate by the experiences and the stimuli that the baby receives.
By the age of three a child has twice a many brain connections as an adult.
Early learning is all about providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment in the critical early years of their development an opportunity that only comes once and should not be missed. You do not need to wait to start this learning process until your baby can speak or sit up, or even appear to understand - start as early as possible, you can start from birth.
Parents play an important part in this development process.
The techniques are quite simple, appropriate stimulation comes from the major senses; sight, sound and touch or combinations of these.
It is very important babies love to explore and discover things for themselves. The old adage "play is babies work" is very true; they learn through these experiences.
One of the most important factors in providing this learning environment is you, not just as a teacher but also as a parent. You are your baby's best toy.
Make sure your baby's world is safe and secure. Respond lovingly and consistently to your baby's cries. Stress can slow brain development.
Remember don't overdo the activities if you see baby is getting distressed or bored just stop.
More importantly this should be fun for you and your baby don't make this a chore.
The way to make your baby happy whilst learning is to make it fun.
For more childhood development information go to early year's learning
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