The Importance of Books in Early Education

Books play an important role in shaping the early education of children, fostering imagination in young minds. At Nido, we recognise the profound impact of books and integrate them into our educational approach.

Early exposure to books promotes language development and comprehension skills. Through storytelling, children expand their vocabulary, grasp grammar rules intuitively, and enhance their communication abilities. The colourful illustrations and engaging narratives in children’s books also captivate their attention, instilling a love for learning from an early age.

Books serve as portals to diverse cultures, experiences, and perspectives, developing empathy and cultural awareness in children. By exploring characters from various backgrounds and situations, children develop an understanding and appreciation for diversity, promoting inclusivity and respect for others.

At Nido, we prioritise literacy development by creating rich and immersive reading environments. Our classrooms are adorned with age-appropriate books, enticing children to explore and discover new stories independently or during shared reading sessions. We actively encourage critical thinking and creativity, empowering children to express their thoughts and ideas.

Books are also instrumental in nurturing emotional intelligence and resilience in children. Stories featuring relatable characters navigating challenges help children identify and manage their emotions.

In essence, books are crucial tools in early education, shaping children’s cognitive, social, and emotional development. At Nido, we celebrate the transformative power of books by integrating them into our curriculum, for a lifetime of learning and exploration.

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Hi Georgina,

Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to the recruitment of Centre Directors and Educators to join the expanding Nido family.

With so many open roles in the sector at the moment, I think we should be talking about the differences that really sets Nido apart. From my own experience, they are not always obvious from the outside, but when you get to meet the Nido family you really feel it.

Leaving my previous employer, who I was with for over 10 years, was not an easy decision. I had interviews with a few different companies, before finding my home at Nido.

I remember walking out of that initial interview, literally with tears in my eyes, I knew I had finally found what I had been looking for.

As you mentioned, honesty and integrity are critical and a given, our Services, resources and environments speak for themselves, and candidates merely need to look at our website to understand how engaging and wonderful they are.

We really need to focus more on what a Centre Director and an Educator will experience at Nido;

Authenticity; At Nido they will get honesty with heart
Trust and understanding; At Nido you are treated from day one, as competent and capable
We have the opportunity to inspire Educators and children to reach their full potential and change their worlds for the better, this still delights me everyday
At Nido you can make your mark in the world and are given the respect and autonomy to do what you love and truly make a difference
Collaboration – we are one team, far and wide we inspire and challenge each other
Nido is a family, for me, I have the overwhelming sense of belonging at Nido, my people and my home, this is what drew me to Nido in the first place

I am continually driven by our purpose;

To provide our Educators with the training, environment, motivation, and empowerment to deliver exceeding quality education to children, partnering with families, and giving children a voice and the opportunity to lead wonderful fulfilling lives.

I love that we seek to make quality early education available to everyone, regardless of their economic position. That we focus more on suburban children and advocate for their rights, Nido is truly a movement and not one to join without knowing you will need to put your heart on the line every single day.

Mary Oliver asked “What will you do with your one wild and precious life”, I cannot think of anything more fulfilling than what I get to do every day at Nido.

Kind regards,
Danika x