Earlier Start Here pathway

Adults Shape Children’s Brains Before Behaviour

This earlier Start Here resource is now represented across several of the Twelve Principles. The framework describes adults as part of the child’s predictive, relational and environmental context without suggesting that adults directly control development or every outcome.

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Principle 4

The Brain Predicts

Consider what previous experience has taught the person to expect.

Principle 9

Environment is Part of Support

Adapt unnecessary barriers while preserving meaningful goals.

Principle 10

Relationships Shape Experience

Recognise that adults are part of the developmental environment.