We know that children enter early years settings with a rich and individual catalogue of experiences that have all contributed to their own personal narratives, and these experiences evolve as the children grow and develop. This is why A Unique Child is one of the four overarching principles in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Children’s uniqueness is often exemplified in their storytelling, and showing a genuine interest in their stories is crucial in giving them a sense of who they are. However, children’s sense of identity becomes all the more secure when we, as practitioners, respond to their stories in a meaningful way, by building their interests into our planning and giving children the space and time to explore them – as the following example shows.
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