Sensory play and wellbeing: It’s all connected
Sensory play has become a big part of a child’s theory classes, to DIY activities at home, there is a greater awareness these days about the benefits of sensory play for children.
It’s time to get cracking on Christmas
“Christmas trees and food are already in the shops! It’s too early!” These are the words often uttered around this time of year, every year.
While many of us think it’s too early, life does get busy around this time of year. Before we know it, it’s two weeks until Christmas and we realise maybe starting our shopping and festivity planning early may not have been a terrible idea after all.
Wood vs plastic: Let’s settle the score
Often associated with being better quality, more aesthetically appealing and aligning with pedagogies such as Montessori, the popularity of quality wooden toys has soared in recent years. Bright colours, plastic and battery-operated gadgets have taken a backseat, and wooden toys are now – more often than not – taking pride of place in homes and early learning centres.
You don’t have to be Einstein to bring science into your ELC!
Imaginative play re-imagined: The power of the way a child views the world
“Imagination should be used, not to escape reality, but to create it.” This quote from the late philosopher and writer Colin Wilson perfectly sums up how important imagination is not just for a child’s creativity, but to develop important life skills.
Friendships and wellbeing: How you can achieve harmony in your early learning environment
There’s nothing more rewarding for an educator than seeing beautiful friendships and bonds form between the children in their early learning environment. For some children however, if they’re timid around others or apprehensive about being away from their parents, forming friendships can be difficult.
Less Insta, more reality: Why ‘less is more’ in an early learning environment
Why ‘investment’ should be the number one buzz word at your ELC
When you’re looking for resources for your early learning centre (ELC), what do you consider?
Do you ensure you include the most recent toy fads? Perhaps you value sustainably made toys? Or are you looking for something that all age groups can enjoy?
Promoting diversity and inclusion in early learning centres
Young minds are like sponges. They soak up learning intuitively. That means that early education centres have a fantastic opportunity to promote positive attitudes to diversity and inclusivity.
