VEYLDF Practice Principles for Children's Learning and Development (Practice Principles for Children's Learning and Development in the Veyldf)

Practice Principles for Children's Learning and Development explores the eight practice principles underpinning the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF).

Designed for Victorian early childhood educators, this practical guide explains each principle's importance for children's learning and development, its key features, and its impact on curriculum and pedagogy. It also provides insights on VEYLDF learning outcomes and how to reference the VEYLDF effectively. Written by experts Bridie Raban and Kay Margetts, this essential resource includes reflective questions to support professional discussions and self-reflection in Victorian early childhood education and care.

Kay Margetts is an Honorary Principal Fellow and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education, The University of Melbourne. She has a strong background in early childhood development, learning and teaching both as a practitioner and as an academic. Her main areas of research are transition and adjustment to school, accompanied by a strong record of publications. Kay is regularly engaged in knowledge exchange activities with the education sector including teachers, educators and parents.