In this section of the website, we aim to provide information about many aspects of your child’s health, well-being, learning, and development. You can click on any of the links below to access interesting articles and publications.
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An infographic and leaflet on Lunchboxes in the light of COVID, which are the result of a collaboration between NCN and the Department of Children and Youth Affairs (DCYA). Very shortly these resources will be available in Irish.
Infographic - English Infographic - Irish
A new free E-Book from Barnardos
This book will give information to parents on what to look for in a quality
After-School Service. Click on the link to download it
Here is a book for parents and practitioners to enable them to talk to young children about returning to their early years setting. We have included the posters that go with the book
Child Health & Safety Aistear - Learning & Developing
Aistear Play for Babies - Treasure Baskets for Babies
A Tip Sheet for Parents
9 Things You Should Say To Your Kids Every Day
For Parents
Partners in Learning: A Parent’s Guide to Partnership in Childcare >>
Early Childhood Care and Education Frameworks for Parents >>
Child Development for Parents >>
Children's Care and Education for parents >>
Health and Safety for Parents >>
Parenting Blogs and News Articles >>
Here is a very interesting read "Not without my Teddy" The companions of childhood, which includes some good tips for parents. Authors are Andrea Holler and Maya Gotz. Click on the image below to access the document
Here is an interesting Health & Well-being Plan published by Galway City Early Years regarding children Under 3
