Covering the EYFS framework with a Glow Writer Our experts reviewed the Glow Writer – a glow art drawing board also used for mark making – and discovered that it covers all areas of learning in the EYFS (early years foundation stage) and proves to be very...
Effective early years Numicon activities Sheila O’Reilly shares with us her favourite Numicon activities for preschool and beyond, as well as explaining why they can be effective. My name is Sheila and I’m a primary school teacher with twenty years’ experience. I also...
Outdoor learning with Kids Allowed: forest school activities In a society often disconnected from nature, Kids Outdoors is an inspirational process which allows our Pre and Prep school children to reconnect with the natural environment, giving opportunities to gain...
Messy play: Malleable materials for early years In early years, messy play with malleable materials provides so much opportunity for babies and toddlers to emerge themselves in sensory activities. Malleable materials allow for early years children to explore new...
The art of den building by NDNA Do you remember building a den in the woods as a child? NDNA recognise that den building as part of nature play in the early years is great for learning and development, despite becoming less and less common. Do you recall the challenge...
Schemas in early years Schemas in early years can be described as patterns of repeated behaviours, which often occur in play. Some baby schemas include transforming, transporting, positioning and rotating. It’s important for parents and practitioners to understand...
