Baby talk

Baby’s nursery

Ask the children what they think a baby needs in order to be looked after, such as being fed, keeping warm, moving around safely, being bathed and so on. Help the children to understand that a baby’s needs change as they grow. Together, make a list of equipment that a baby needs, and remind the children about how much they have grown and how they are more independent.

Using the equipment list as a guide, invite the children to help you set up your role-play area as a nursery for baby twins. Encourage the children to play imaginatively with the equipment, acting out different scenarios related to caring for the babies.

Suggested resources

Role-play area; two cots; two baby dolls; baby bedding; baby monitor; changing mat; nappies; wipes; baby bottles, plastic bowls and spoons; baby toys and clothes; highchair; pram; baby bath.

1 Time to eat

Consider what babies need to eat to grow and keep healthy

EYFS Area of learning > Personal, social & emotional development > Managing Self

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