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Getting Ready to Learn

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Practical ideas, guidance and resources to help settings work with parents and support children's learning and development at home.

GRTL themes

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Each theme focuses on a different part of children's early learning, development and family life.

Education Works in Pre-school
Learning through play

Education Works in Pre-school

Focuses on increasing parents' understanding of the pre-school curriculum and the importance of play. Settings can use the theme to help parents support their child's learning at home.

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Happy Healthy Kids
Healthy development

Happy Healthy Kids

Focuses on raising parents' awareness of the importance of physical activity, encouraging more exercise and helping families reduce screen time at home.

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Ages and Stages
Development

Ages and Stages

Focuses on developmental milestones for 3–4 year olds, helping parents recognise their child's achievements, next steps and opportunities to develop skills at home.

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Big Bedtime Read
Reading together

Big Bedtime Read

Supports parents to read regularly with their children, encourages good bedtime routines and highlights reading opportunities throughout a young child's day.

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