Free Resources for Early Years

Teaching Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED) in the early years is vital for fostering the overall well-being and future success of children. This foundational stage is crucial for children to build self-awareness, confidence, and resilience. Through PSED, they learn to understand and manage their emotions, helping them cope with challenges and setbacks. This development is key in shaping their personality and social skills.

Social skills such as empathy, sharing, and cooperation are nurtured, enabling children to form healthy relationships and interact positively with others. These skills are essential for teamwork and social interaction both in school and in later life. Emotional development also supports mental health, allowing children to express themselves and seek help when needed.

Moreover, PSED lays the groundwork for effective learning by fostering concentration, motivation, and the ability to follow instructions. The confidence and social competence gained through PSED are instrumental in academic success and in navigating the wider world, making it an indispensable part of early childhood education.

The 1decision resources has been created to support early years practitioners in delivering outstanding, engaging and memorable PSED lessons. You can trial the content below.