Last Updated - November 12, 2024
The more we chat, play and read with our kids, the more we help build their brains.
Any time, anywhere, whether at home or out and about, it all adds up.
There’s no need to buy lots of toys or have big days out. Wherever you are, simply
chatting back and forth, answering your child’s questions and sharing special
moments together all help their brain to grow and develop secure and strong
connections. Just what they need to get off to the right start at school.
The Start for Life website is packed with simple ideas from other parents on how
to build these little moments into each day. It includes lots of examples of tips and
activities for you to do together with your child at different ages, as well as links
to find further support in your local area.
A new film has also been released to explain how children’s brains develop during
the early years, and the crucial role parents play through all the little moments they
spend together with their child.
Visit the Start for Life online hub for other simple tips and activities, or visit your
local Family Hub at The Barn, Brixham, The Beehive, Paignton or St.Edmunds, Torquay where you can find support, information, advice, groups and new friends.