Children have a strong sense of identity
In early education settings, children from diverse backgrounds come together in one place. Early childhood educators can help children learn about their own identities and those of other people.
Children's interests linked to EYLF 1
The topic of diversity directly relates to EYLF learning outcome one and the aspects of children's identities that make them unique.
Children who attend a childcare centre will share aspects of their identities, like their age group and the city or town where they live. Belonging is an excellent topic for exploring the things your children have in common.
Explore the following sub-outcomes to discover more children's interest topics relevant to learning outcome one.
Sub-outcomes for EYLF 1
- 1.1 Children feel safe, secure and supported.
- 1.2 Children develop their emerging autonomy, inter-dependence, resilience and agency.
- 1.3 Children develop knowledgeable, confident self-identities and a positive sense of self-worth.
- 1.4 Children learn to interact in relation to others with care, empathy and respect.
Explore the EYLF
Explore all the EYLF Learning Outcomes, with links to children's interest topics, on The Interest Forest.