Allied Perspectives

Spring often brings a noticeable shift in early learning environments. Children may seem more capable, more regulated, and more independent during the day yet educators hear from families that evenings and drop-offs are suddenly much harder. For Teachers and Early Childhood Educators, this can raise questions. If a child is managing well in the classroom, why are they melting down later? And what does that mean for how we support them during the day? This article explores why

As the year winds down, many Teachers and Early Childhood Educators notice a familiar pattern: behaviours resurface, regulation seems harder, and children who were doing well earlier in the year begin to struggle again. This can feel discouraging especially after months of progress. But end-of-year behaviour is rarely regression. More often, it’s load . This article explores why regulation often becomes harder at the end of the year, what children are responding to, and how e

Winter is a challenging season in early learning environments. Shorter days, limited outdoor time, heavier clothing, and increased illness all place additional demands on young children’s nervous systems. In group care settings, these changes often show up as increased reactivity, difficulty with transitions, and more frequent emotional outbursts. Many Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) notice that their rooms feel louder, harder, and more reactive during the winter months. If