Anyone looking to support the learning development of children under three years old must have a good understanding of their needs and their ways of exploring the world. How should spaces be designed to create a safe and stimulating learning environment for them? What materials are useful? Through numerous practical examples, the authors demonstrate how successful nursery work can be achieved. They dispel common misconceptions about education and show that even seemingly ordinary activities like mealtimes and care routines or emptying drawers are important learning situations for children. The many practical ideas can be implemented both in nurseries and at home. With tips for developmental documentation and various checklists for working with the youngest children, this book provides valuable resources not only for educators and daycare providers.