The first sections of this Practice Guide summarise the theory that underpins day-to-day practice, drawing on the Assessment of children as having a strong sense of identity in Early Childhood Education and Care: Literature review and suggesting strategies for supporting a strong sense of identity in everyday pedagogical decision-making. The Reflective scenarios describe scenarios to prompt professional reflection and illustrate ways in which early childhood professionals can improve their practice in relation to the VEYLDF Learning and Development Outcome Children have a strong sense of identity.