22mo–3y9 minArtFamily timeFree play
My Creation Is Unique
Coach the adult to accept your child’s creation warmly, describe what they notice without correcting, and help your child experience their work as unique and valuable.
What you'll need
Essentials
- paper or cardboard (any size)
- crayons or pencils OR blocks/stacking cups (use what you already have)
Nice to have
- masking tape
- phone camera (optional)
Movement level: low
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneUnderstands simple questionsMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneWelcomes and values praise for what they have done.Heart· 22mo–3y· core
- MilestoneShows object to caregiverHeart· 11mo–15mo· stretch
- MilestoneSeeks out others to share experiences.Heart· 14mo–2.2y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneAnswers simple open questionsMind· 2.3y–3.3y· stretch· Step 3
What it practices
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Accept wholeheartedly young children’s creations and help them to see them as something unique and valuable.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)