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The Power of Sand and Water in the Early Years
Learn how sand and water play can offer a simple, accessible and deeply rich learning experience for Early Years.
Exploring the Power of Large-Scale Play
Large-scale play expands the principles of small-world play into a full-bodied, spatial experience. Check our tips from Nick here...
Winter classroom display ideas
Winter is the perfect time to create different engaging displays children will love. Be inspired with our winter classroom display ideas & try them out here.
Classroom craft: Stained glass decorations
Stained glass decorations Florence and her daughter Primrose love crafting together. Here, they show us how to make some Christmas decorations which are suitable for all ages and look really effective when hung on the tree.
The Benefits of the Outdoors for SEND Children in Nurseries
Unlock a magical space, for children with SEND, which allows them to embrace the natural environment.
Musical Instruments For Early Years
Check out these activities designed by our specialists to integrate music seamlessly into the Expressive Arts and Design (EAD) and Physical Development (PD) areas of learning, building strong foundations in rhythm, listening, and creativity.
Make your own Christmas stocking
Making your own Christmas stockings is the perfect classroom craft to get everyone in the festive spirit, whilst exercising lifelong sewing skills, precision, and creativity. Using the simple but beautiful blanket stitch, these embroidery stockings need only a handful...
Christmas story creation: A festive English worksheet
Inject some Christmas fun into your primary English lessons this winter with our free downloadable story creator worksheet.
Preschool Christmas Crafts: Clay tree decorations
This Christmas, we want to bring your children some fun, creative, and easy Christmas craft ideas to make at home or in the nursery.
Winter activities to do in the classroom
We have created and sourced some exciting winter activities to do in the classroom. Check them out here now.
Classroom craft: Recycled Christmas Crafting
Recycled Christmas Crafting We all love Christmas crafting, but have you ever thought about recycling items you already have, or using nature to help form the base of your decorations? From toilet roll tubes, to egg boxes, parcel packaging and pine cones.
Creating an Inclusive Classroom
Effective strategies in creating a classroom where all learners can thrive.