IEYC Learning Strands fall into two distinct phases of learning and development:
Learning Strand Phase A:
describes learning experiences with the youngest children in mind.
Learning Strand Phase B:
describes learning experiences that provide more of a challenge.
The IEYC believes that children should have experiences which are both appealing to them and developmentally appropriate.
This means that at times, a combination of both Phase A and B learning experiences may be appropriate for some children, whilst at other times their interests and developmental needs may fall specifically into either Phase A or B.
For children requiring more of a challenge, Phase A tasks may be helpful to consolidate previous learning and Phase B tasks will support new learning.
