Early childhood development is considered to be the most important phase in life. It determines the quality of health, well-being, learning and behavior that happens throughout one’s whole life span. It is a period of great opportunity, but also the time of great vulnerability to negative influences. (WHO, 2015) Parents and families are the first to teach infants and young children during their infancy and early childhood. The relationship between young children and their families determines just how a young child will develop in the future. (Berger 2011). From the ages of three to five, children are rapidly developing an active life away from their primary caretakers as their physical, social, and emotional skills begin to expand. Because
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When they play, they learn how to plan, and instruct activities with one another. Playing allows children the opportunity to be resourceful and feel secure in their ability to lead others and make decisions. (McLeod, 2013) “Early childhood interventions of high quality have lasting effects on learning and motivation.” – James J. Heckman. How a person develops as a child has a direct impact on their overall development as an adult. Supporting early childhood development greatly increases children’s chances of succeeding in school and developing a strong education. (ADEC, 2014) Infancy attachment does predict on how a child develops. A baby who doesn’t interact with its parents will be aloof, uncaring, and unresponsive to any demands. An anxious ambivalent infant will be needy towards their love relationships. A secure baby is set up to succeed socially. (Experiencing the Lifespan, p119) The type of care a child receives is also important for development. If a child receives a reliable and stable care, then they will develop a sense of trust, and confidence in themselves and the relationships they form later. They will also be able to feel safe and secure in the world around them even when at times it appears scary and
When they play, they learn how to plan, and instruct activities with one another. Playing allows children the opportunity to be resourceful and feel secure in their ability to lead others and make decisions. (McLeod, 2013) “Early childhood interventions of high quality have lasting effects on learning and motivation.” – James J. Heckman. How a person develops as a child has a direct impact on their overall development as an adult. Supporting early childhood development greatly increases children’s chances of succeeding in school and developing a strong education. (ADEC, 2014) Infancy attachment does predict on how a child develops. A baby who doesn’t interact with its parents will be aloof, uncaring, and unresponsive to any demands. An anxious ambivalent infant will be needy towards their love relationships. A secure baby is set up to succeed socially. (Experiencing the Lifespan, p119) The type of care a child receives is also important for development. If a child receives a reliable and stable care, then they will develop a sense of trust, and confidence in themselves and the relationships they form later. They will also be able to feel safe and secure in the world around them even when at times it appears scary and