22mo–3y10 minArtFree playFamily time
Process Notes: How It Was Made
Support the adult to notice and record the process of your child’s creating (choices, attempts, language), creating a simple shareable ‘making story’ focused on learning rather than product.
What you'll need
Essentials
- paper/cardboard OR blocks/stacking toys
- crayons/pencils OR any simple making materials you already have
- phone notes app OR a scrap of paper and pen
Nice to have
- phone camera (optional)
Movement level: false
What you'll do
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneCan select and use activities and resources with help.Heart· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneListens to others one to one or in small groups, when conversation interests them.Mind· 2.5y–4.2y· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneUses mark-making toolsBody· 22mo–2.8y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneScribbles or makes marksBody· 12mo–22mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneSeeks out others to share experiences.Heart· 14mo–2.2y· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneShows confidence in asking adults for help.Heart· 2.5y–4.2y· stretch· Step 1
What it practices
Where it comes from
- Source
- Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
- Original guidance
- “Make notes detailing the processes involved in a child’s creations, to share with parents.”
- License
- Open Government Licence v3.0
- Attribution
- © Crown Copyright 2012 (Development Matters in the EYFS, DfE)