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Ways to support the characteristics of effective learning – Playing and exploring

Top 6 ideas on supporting the characteristics of effective learning – Playing and exploring – Part 2  Each section of the characteristics of effective learning is then split into a further 3 areas. The playing and exploring section is all about the ways and levels of engagement children show within their

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Language expert urges adults to stop simplifying their language for children

Nursery practitioners are being advised to support children’s language skills by using words correct words rather than simplifying speech Early years language expert, Michael Jones, believes that children should be hearing language as it is intended, instead of simplifying words for children to understand. For three years Michael Jones led the Every Child

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Supporting separated parents in an Early Years setting

What can Early Years settings do when a child’s parents separate? Parental separation can be a sensitive issue in Early Years, especially when both parents have had a messy break up. It can cause tension and conflict that either parent may bring into the setting or reflect on the child

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Top 5 ‘messy free’ creative activity ideas

5 Great creative activities that are ‘messy free’ Messy activities are great for children to participate in and support their creative development through their senses; however not all children enjoy the ‘messy’ experience. This can cause difficulty in all children accessing fun and interesting creative activities. Here are 5 top

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Promoting a sense of belonging in your baby room

Why is it important for babies to experience a sense of belonging? All children should feel that their world is a safe place where people care about them and their needs, they can develop positive relationships and where they will be able to seek help when needed. When these needs are

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Screen-based lifestyle damaging children’s health and well-being

Experts call for official guidelines on screen use for children With a technology based childhood many young children are exposed to screen time throughout the day; with the latest research suggesting that this amount of time has risen dramatically in the past 12 years. Children aged five to 16 spend an average

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5 ‘post Christmas’ activities to extend a child’s experience

Extend Christmas into January with these 5 ‘post Christmas’ activities Christmas is a fun and exciting time of the year that the children will love to talk about when returning to nursery. It is a good idea to continue to follow the children’s interests and continue with Christmas themed activities

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8 reasons to start teaching your child Makaton today

8 reasons you should introduce Makaton today! Makaton has increased in popularity over the past few years, with many Early Years practitioners and parents using it as a way to communicate with children. It is most commonly used with children who may have difficulty with their speech and communication; however

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How can you build interaction in your baby room?

The importance of building opportunities for interaction with babies Building opportunities for interaction is very important when supporting children to learn and develop key communication skills. These are skills that children will need in their lives, right through to adulthood, to be able to carry out simple everyday tasks. This

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