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An upcoming New Year is a time for reflection and new intentions in many aspects of life, and early years is no different. Taking stock of where we have made progress and where there is still work to do is necessary for continued improvement and growth. 2024 was an important year for settings as there […]
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Reflective and reflexive practices are essential to professional growth in early years education. In this blog, we will discover that while reflective practice allows us to evaluate and adjust after the fact, reflexive practice involves real-time self-awareness and adaptability, taking professional self-assessment to a deeper level. Reflective Practice – Learning Through Evaluation Reflective practice invites
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Are you planning how to celebrate the cultural and religious festivals that are coming up at this time of year? If so, have you ever considered putting on a play but have shied away from the idea thinking it will cost too much time and money? Read on to see how you can put on
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UK Disability History Month (UKDHM) 2024, running from 14th November to 20th December, emphasises the theme of “Disability Livelihood and Employment.” This focus on workforce inclusion is particularly relevant for early years practitioners, as creating inclusive environments for disabled colleagues and children can significantly impact both the workforce and future generations. In this article, we
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Space: a vast, mysterious expanse that may seem far beyond the reach of young children. But through creative role-play, children can embark on thrilling space missions while developing critical thinking, teamwork, and an early love for science and exploration. So… how does space-themed role-play help nurture authentic learning in early childhood education? Making Good Choices:
Role-Play: How Space Adventures Ignite Curiosity And Skills In Children Read More »
We all know anecdotally that music makes us feel better. Throughout history, it has been helping young children relax and fall asleep, helping us unite and celebrate as we get older, while soothing older people during times of uncertainty. Since COVID-19/lockdown, there has been even more research conducted on the effects of music on different
Music Therapy: How It Calms, Comforts, And Heals Children Read More »
We know that in our world of early years education, apprenticeships provide a crucial pathway for developing skilled, knowledgeable childcare professionals. The wonderful thing about apprenticeships is that they blend hands-on experience with structured learning, ensuring that our learners not only excel in practical tasks but also understand the theoretical foundations that drive best practices
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Developing a sense of self is a crucial part of early childhood development. It helps children understand who they are, build confidence in themselves and their abilities, and helps them develop and form healthy relationships. Early years practitioners have a vital role to play in nurturing and supporting this development. But what does having a
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In today’s ever changing world it is more important than ever to teach children about acceptance and understanding of those around us. We need to teach them about how we are all different. Part of this includes teaching children about disabilities, and in particular, about hidden disabilities – the very nature of these means that
Hidden Disabilities: Teaching Children Empathy And Inclusion Early Read More »
I am a sensory engagement and inclusion specialist. In my work at The Sensory Projects, I focus on how inexpensive resources can be used as tools for inclusion and explore how understanding processing can help us to better support those in our care. I deliver training nationally and internationally and can often be heard saying
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