Early Childhood A GOLDEN WINDOW OF DISCOVERY
E A R LY C H I L D H O O D
W
ho has not marveled at the response of a young child when they first
Early Childhood is such an important time of cognitive, language, social/emotional and phys-
taste something salty, dip their
ical development for children between birth and
feet in icy water, see live feeds about nocturnal
the age of 8. This is a window of opportunity in
creatures, realize the power of wind or rain,
which we can introduce and inspire full potential
investigate a kaleidoscope, write their name for
development in our children. It is the optimal
the first time, or bond with another child who
time to experience the wonders of new things,
shares the enthusiasm for things they do? Ms.
build new experiences, develop inquisitive
Sandra Al-Ajmi, Early Childhood Lead Educator
minds, while instilling a positive and compre-
at American School of Bahrain (ASB), shares
hensive thirst for knowledge.
more about how parents and educators can support healthy early childhood development:
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