practitioners should look to create opportunities, says Penny Tassoni
Two-year-olds need a lot of support with their personal care, from dressing through to nose blowing and toilet training. They also need opportunities to master and practise the skills of personal care, both at home and in the setting.
It is always interesting to see the way that mastering some of the skills associated with self-care gives children confidence. This is because being able to do things without waiting for others gives children a 'can do' attitude. Self-care is, of course, part of any routine involving this age group, but it is important to build sufficient time into the routine to empower children.
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