In Play Foundations My Friends and Me, the theme is explored through five chapters focusing on different ways in which children discover 'my friends and me', including activities related to themselves, family, friends, celebration and individuality to help them develop an understanding of themselves and the people around them.

- Top tips for how to ensure the needs and interests of each unique child are provided for through challenging, enjoyable activities and positive relationships
- Guidance on setting up enabling environments using both indoor and outside areas
- Ideas for how to differentiate to meet the varying abilities and rates of development with advice on assessment through observing, reflecting and planning
- A straightforward planning chart to clearly identify the focus of each activity by prime and specific areas of learning