My First Five Years Baby: Everyday activities to support your baby's development

by My First Five Years, Alistair Bryce-Clegg (With), Jennie Johnson (With)

Overview

If you're looking for fresh, playful ideas to spark your baby's curiosity, build their confidence and support their development, look no further!

Written by the renowned childcare experts at My First Five Years, the popular app designed to help parents support their child's physical, cognitive and emotional development, this unique book of 60 activities explains the why behind different types of play, and shows you how to make the most of short, daily moments together.

You might be wondering why your baby loves to show you objects they've found, or why they prefer some toys to others. Have you questioned why they can roll from their back onto their tummy, but not the other way around? This book breaks down the science of early childhood development into concise summaries, and includes easy, realistic ideas for play that make the most of development opportunities. The activities are clearly set out with step-by-step instructions, lists of equipment, and benefits for your baby.

The book is split into six streams of development – social and emotional, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and cognitive – and each chapter includes a summary of the underlying science followed by simple, fun play ideas you can do at home with your baby. From tasty finger paint to egg box puzzles, the ideas fit neatly into daily life and focus on enhancing play into pivotal learning moments. There are also QR codes featured throughout, linking to additional related content.

Beautifully colour illustrated and full of tips and advice, this book is perfect for building the foundations for your baby's lifelong learning, development, health and wellbeing.

'This app has been incredible helpful in helping me navigate the minefield that is being a new mother.' - Praise for the My First Five Years app

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781801991551
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication date:	10/12/2023
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	64
File size:	12 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.

About the Author

Founded by renowned childcare experts Alistair Bryce-Clegg and Jennie Johnson MBE, My First Five Years provides parents with the tools, knowledge and support to block out unhelpful comparisons, feel more confident and better understand the unique ways in which children learn and develop. The MFFY's content team of Early Years experts is led by Alistair, who is an award winning author and Early Years consultant, having delivered training to educational institutions, Early Childhood professionals and parents, and has advised on the UK Government's Early Childhood policy. To find out more and download the app visit www.mffy.com.
My First Five Years was founded by early childhood experts Jennie Johnson MBE and Alistair Bryce-Clegg. With over 50 years of combined experience working with children and parents, they've turned their knowledge and expertise into simple, impactful, easy to access information that helps parents understand and enhance their child's development. The mission at My First Five Years is to help parents see there is a better way without adding additional stress caused by unrealistic expectations. To find out more, visit MFFY.com.
Alistair was headteacher of a three-form entry infant school and Early Years Unit for 10 years. Alongside his headship he worked as an EYFS consultant working with a diverse range of settings to help them to enhance their EYFS practice. In 2009 Alistair left headship to go into full-time consultancy, and is now the proud owner of ABC Does. More recently, he has co-founded the child development app, My First Five Years. Alistair's experience and expertise has meant that he has been invited to work with individuals, settings and Local Authorities both nationally and internationally. Alistair is the author of Effective Transition into Year One and many books in the 50 Fantastic Ideas series. Visit abcdoes.com and mffy.com for new activity ideas and training opportunities, and follow Alistair on Twitter @ABCDoes.