by Ellie | Jan 31, 2021 | Schemas
Have you ever heard the term Schema in relation to play and development and wondered what it means? Today I thought that I would share some thoughts on what schemas are and how understanding them can help you to help your child learn in a fun and effective way. What...
by Ellie | Sep 21, 2020 | activities for the kids!!
It’s leaves week this week and I have found a wonderful web link providing you with all sorts of wonderful activities to try in addition to those I’ve put in the session plans and activity packs!! All these fabulous ideas and loads more collated on mother nature.com...
by Ellie | Sep 7, 2020 | Musings, nature curriculum
When I went walking in the woods, a badger took my hand. He led me down the furthest path and there we found a band. The hedgehog played the mandolin, the rabbit played trombone. The Fox he played the tambourine and the weasel the saxophone. The forest animals...
by Ellie | Sep 6, 2020 | Uncategorized
In the whirlwind of preparations for returning to work this week the journaling slipped somewhat and I have lots to catch up on! Some things I have to write up This seems to be a really amazing year for acorns!!! Absolutely masses of them!! A giant clam James found in...
by Ellie | Sep 1, 2020 | Musings
I’ve been sorting through my photos and trying to clear some space on my phone and I came across this little gem! A lovely little reminder what Outdoor play can offer children in terms of opportunities for learning and development! Note also that it is entitled...
