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    Using "Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs" as a Focus for Activitie…

    by Juliet Mickelburgh on

    Another collection of planning ideas using a big book as the starting point. Activities are linked to the EYFS Areas of Learning and Development, including suggestions for displays and role play areas.
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    Using "Dear Zoo" as a Focus for Activities

    by Juliet Mickelburgh on

    Here is another collection of planning ideas using a big book as the inspiration for learning. There are suggested activity starting points related to the Areas of Learning and Development, as well as ideas for displays and role play areas. A book li…
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    Using 'Owl Babies' by Martin Waddell & Patrick Benson as a focus for a…

    by Juliet Mickelburgh on

    This is a lovely book to focus on when children are starting school or nursery or with a new childminder. There are lots of opportunities to talk about how we feel when the people we love leave, and how we feel when they come back again. Children can…
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    Twenty top tips for helping to develop self-discipline for positive be…

    by Martine Horvath on

    With increasing numbers of children being diagnosed with special educational needs such as ADHD and autism, managing challenging behaviour in a positive way is a challenge most practitioners face in their settings on a daily basis. As practitioners…
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    Thinking Creatively about Creative Development

    by Martine Horvath on

    Martine Horvath's belief that all children are born creative is one that many practitioners share. In this article she describes what creativity means in the early years and how we can support this crucial area of learning and development.
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    Thinking Approaches for the Reflective Professional

    by Ruksana Mohammed on

    Our aim as professionals is to achieve better outcomes for children, families and the community. We want to provide effective learning experiences for the children in our care, and strive for continuous quality improvement, but also want to ensure p…
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    The Snowman Drama

    by Jacquie Long on

    Another in our growing series of drama activities - the snowman drama. Especially for January and February!
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    The role of the teacher

    by Dee Hayday on

    Dee's usual impartial, fair minded approach is applied to the question of 'Teachers: What are they for?'. The article carries the usual health warning!
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    The Role of the Adult in Early Years Settings: Part 2

    by Janet Rose on

    Part 2 continues the journey of exploring our role in supporting young children’s learning and development.  It outlines the five remaining ‘selves’ of the ‘plural practitioner’ framework that encompass this role.  The ‘plural practitioner’ framewor…
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    The Role of the Adult in Early Years Settings: Part 1

    by Janet Rose on

    Janet Rose, Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at Bath Spa University, explores the many different ways in which adults interact with young children in early years settings.  Research demonstrates that the heart of quality practice lies with…
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    The Practitioner as an Explorer: Effective Observation Techniques

    by Karen James and Jo Kavakeb on

    Observation is at the heart of effective provision, and it ensures that we keep the child at the centre of our practice. This article discusses various tools and techniques practitioners need to carry out effective observation and to support learning…
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    The Power of Positive Words in Anti-Racism Education for Young Childre…

    by Dr Lucretia Carter Berry on

    Dr Lucretia Carter Berry explores the transformative power of employing positive, affirming words when engaging in anti-racism education with young children. 
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    The Musical Lives of Infants – a route to academic study

    by Robert Heath on

    I am currently working towards Early Years Teacher Status as an Early Childhood Studies graduate. I am sharing my academic journey hoping to inspire those considering academic studies of their own.
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    The Multi-sensory Approach

    by Juliet Mickelburgh on

    This is the third in a series of articles examining current research into the way children learn and how this can be applied in the early years setting. The multi-sensory model links long-held beliefs about learning with the everyday experiences of y…
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    The Fish Who Could Wish: using a storybook for activities

    by Martine Horvath on

    Martine Horvath suggests some lively activities based around the very popular storybook.
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    The Farmer Drama

    by Jacqeline Long on

    Farmer MacDonald is getting older and his farm isn't what it used to be. Can he avoid closure after a stern letter from the ministry? Accompanied by a drama plan and tips for a role play area.
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    The Early Years Foundation Stage is like an Onion!

    by Martine Horvath on

    Find out why the EYFS is more like an onion than a tomato...
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    The Dead Hamster

    by Dee Hayday on

    The dangers of keeping pets in early years settings are covered here in another light hearted article by Dee. Animal lovers may like to ensure they're feeling strong before reading this...
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    The antidote to Early Years Childcare: Weather

    by Dee Hayday on

    There's no such thing as bad weather - only inappropriate clothing. Hmmm - not according to Dee Hayday!
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    The antidote to Early Years Childcare: Sand and Water

    by Dee Hayday on

    For those of you suffering Dee Hayday withdrawal symptoms, another in the series of alternative views of Foundation Stage Practitioning!
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    The Antidote to Early Years Childcare: New Ideas!

    by Dee Hayday on

    Dee is disrespectful to the Government, Ofsted, colleagues and, well anyone else she can think of in this article - which is accompanied by the usual sense of humour health warning...
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    TEC2 Table Top Discussion ‘Reflective Practice and Approaching New Pol…

    by Ben Case on

    At our second Tapestry Education Conference (TEC 2) in November 2019 we held three table-top discussions led by members of the Early Years community. The theme was Reflecting on Curriculum Changes and we were joined by colleagues from the Tapestry …
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    TEC1 workshop reflecting on promoting positive behaviour

    by FSF Emily on

    As part of our first Tapestry Education Conference (TEC 1) held in July 2019, we hosted three table-top discussions with a focus on Reflective practice. We were joined by members of the Tapestry team to record each discussion. Tapestry's Emily atte…
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    TEC1 workshop on Intent, Implementation and Impact

    by FSF Lauren on

    As part of our first Tapestry Education Conference (TEC 1) in July 2019 we held three table-top discussions led by members of the Early Years community. The theme was Reflective Practice and we were joined by colleagues from the Tapestry team to sc…
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    TEC1 workshop on a scrapbook approach to reflective practice

    by FSF Tim on

    We held our first Tapestry Education Conference (TEC 1) in July 2019 with a focus on Reflective Practice. The afternoon consisted of three table-top discussions led by members of the Early Years community, and for these we were joined by colleagues…
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