How to Explore Maths in the Early Years Mathematics… A subject that every student either loves, or loves to hate. So how do you foster a love of, or appreciation of maths in young children? First, I want to tell you a little story. A story ... Mathematics in the early years Play Play-based learning 14 Mar 2024
The Day I "F'd Play Up" There was a small group of children in the home corner. They had been busy there for quite some time, so I decided to sit with them and join in their play... ya know "Scaffold", "extend the play", "Ma... Child-led learning Childhood memories Imaginative play Play Play advocacy Play-based learning 10 Feb 2024
The word ‘play’ must be seen to be equal among agendas "I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Marc and his work for many years now. Every time I hear him speak about the theory behind playwork, I get so pumped about this movement. When I read this article, the... Emotional resilience in children Evolutionary biology of play Mindfulness practices Personal growth methods Play Play advocacy Play therapy Play-based learning Playful pedagogy Playwork Positive self-talk Self-awareness techniques Stress management for educators Unhelpful thinking styles 6 Jun 2022
The day we met Jet Pack Man; A story about fun cup filling Transitions were not Jaxon’s favourite thing. In fact, he would resist every one of them. Time to go inside? Nope. Time to wash our hands? I don’t think so. Group time? Not happening. Jaxon taught his... Child engagement Flow in early years Fun Cup Imaginative play Play Positive behaviour support Reflective teaching practices The Phoenix Cups Framework 29 Oct 2021