1.1 Child development

  • Every child is a unique individual with their own characteristics and temperament.
  • Development is a continuous, complex interaction of environmental and genetic factors in which the body, brain and behaviour become more complex.
  • Babies and children mature at different rates and at different times in their lives.
  • Babies and children are vulnerable and become resilient and confident if they have support from others.
  • Early relationships strongly influence how children develop and having close relationships with carers is very important.

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