Early Childhood Education Resources Hub
Celebrating Our Bodies, Through Foundational Skills
These resources provide fun, hands-on activities for children to explore body appreciation, diversity, and teamwork. Based on beloved children's books, each activity helps kids appreciate their bodies, build friendships, and embrace inclusivity, all while developing key social and emotional skills. Perfect for fostering self-confidence and empathy in young learners!
These resources are mapped to the Early Years Learning Framework 2.0 and use evidence-based strategies, such as play-based learning, and intentional teaching strategies.
About the Resources
These engaging units are designed to inspire young children to appreciate their bodies, foster friendships, and explore inclusivity through fun and interactive activities. With guidance from The Embrace Collective, the "Our Bodies are AMAZING!" unit helps children celebrate their bodies for what they can do, addressing early body image issues with movement and creative expression.
Exploring friendships through Melanie Prewett's Two Mates, children learn about the importance of empathy and diversity. Additionally, using Come Over to My House, children delve into adaptability and how to make spaces accessible for everyone.
How to use these resources
Introduction
Before diving into a learning experience, we give you a quick summary of what’s involved, so you can decide whether this activity is right for you.
To give you an idea of what your students will be doing, each activity falls into one of these categories:
- moving bodies
- busy hands
- quiet time
- imagination
- creation
- nature time.
Skills Development
Units of work
With thanks to our partner
The Brian M. Davis Charitable Foundation, established in memory of entrepreneur and philanthropist Brian M. Davis AM, is committed to improving the lives of disadvantaged children and young people. By supporting innovative, community-focused initiatives, the Foundation aims to create lasting and meaningful change, continuing Davis' legacy of health and equity for future generations.
For more information, visit Brian M. Davis Charitable Foundation.