Engaging Little Minds with Learning: With Comprehensive Lesson Plans for Early Years Learning

Engaging Little Minds with Comprehensive Lesson Plans for Early Years Learning
By Ajani Wadood

Unlock the potential of early years education with this practical and inspiring guide for Early Childhood teachers and educators. Engaging Little Minds is a comprehensive resource designed to transform classroom experiences for children aged birth to six through inclusive, developmentally appropriate, and play-based lesson planning inorder to achieve each child highest potential.

Drawing on current educational research and aligned with frameworks such as the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) & Victorian Early Years Learning & Development Framework (VEYLDF) this book offers ready-to-implement strategies across critical domains—social-emotional development, literacy and phonemic awareness, creativity, outdoor learning, music, and movement. Through rich examples and adaptable templates, it empowers educators to design lessons that nurture curiosity, support individual needs, and build foundational skills.

Inside, you’ll find:

Step-by-step guidance for creating effective lesson plans tailored to early learners.

Play-based, nature-inspired, and art-integrated activities that foster holistic development.

Real-world classroom strategies to promote self-regulation, empathy, resilience, and early literacy.

Innovative assessment tools for tracking growth across cognitive and emotional milestones.

Whether you’re just starting your teaching journey or seeking to enrich your current practice, this book is a vital companion in crafting meaningful, child-centred learning experiences that engage, inspire, and prepare little minds for a lifetime of learning.