Appendix 2 - Characteristics of Infants, Toddlers and Young Children

Introduction

Children experience the world with their whole being

body, spirit, energy, minds, hearts, compassion, tears,

laughter, anger, pride,

learning, understanding, love and soul.

Children play, grow and feel the world around them’1

(R Keeler, 2008)

1 Keeler, R., (2008). Natural Playscapes: Creating outdoor play environments for the soul. Redmond, WA: Exchange Press.


Last updated: 6 July 2010