Little Minds Engagement Programme – Stage 1: Getting Attention

Stage 1 of the Little Minds Engagement Programme is designed to support children who are beginning to develop attention, engagement and interaction skills.

This practical resource provides a simple, stage-based approach for early years practitioners supporting children who may find it difficult to engage, respond or take part in shared experiences.

Inside Stage 1, you’ll find a range of easy-to-use activities focused on encouraging attention and early engagement through calm, predictable and meaningful interactions.

Activities include:

✨ Sound & Look ✨ Shake & Listen ✨ Ready, Steady… Go! ✨ Peek & Reveal ✨ Light & Movement ✨ Copy Me ✨ Pop & Watch ✨ Surprise Bag

Each activity includes:

✔ What you need ✔ What to do ✔ What to look for ✔ Simple support strategies ✔ Guidance if a child is not yet engaging

The Little Minds Engagement Programme is not age-based.

Children begin at the stage that best matches their current level of engagement and interaction, allowing practitioners to provide responsive, child-centred support.

Perfect for:

💚 Nurseries 💚 Early years settings 💚 SEND support 💚 Key persons and practitioners 💚 Children needing support with attention and engagement

Because every child starts somewhere and engagement grows step by step 🌱