Other resources

Resources for Kōwhiti Whakapae social-emotional practices and progressions

Kaiako Guides

He Māpuna te Tamaiti – Supporting social and emotional competence in early learning

He Māpuna te Tamaiti is a resource designed for kaiako in early learning settings. It promotes proactive, intentional approaches to supporting the development of children's social and emotional competence. The book comes with a set of cards for use in daily practice and during professional learning conversations. learn more

Whānau Guides

Being Together | He Noho Tahi - Social & emotional learning in the home

He Noho Tahi - Being Together is a set of resource designed for whānau to foster their children's social and emotional learning in the home. This set includes videos, pamphlets and a poster in te reo Māori and English. learn more

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