Beanstalk Issue 2 (Jan - Mar 2014)
In this issue of Beanstalk, parents and early childhood professionals share their aspirations for early years and find out more about the quality journey the sector is embarking on.
Read about the power of learning stories and gain insights from some 2013 ECDA award winners.
Find out how you could win tickets to the Zoo in the Thrive section.
Contents
1. COVER STORY - For The Children & Better and More Affodable Child Care
2. EC LANDSCAPE - On the Road to Quality & It's so APParent!
3. IN THE NEWS - Go Back to School & The Power of Learning Stories
4. MY TEACHER, MY SCHOOL - O is for Outstanding
5. INNOVATION AWARDS - One for the Dads & When Nature Inspires
6. ASK THE EXPERTS - Q&A
7. THRIVE - Off To The Zoo, Fun With Fingers & Pack A Snack
8. LIFESTYLE - Get In The Groove
9. COUPONS
10. FUN TIMES - It's A Match
Please click on the image below for the full PDF.
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