Top tips: Inclusion in early years
Inclusion is not optional - practitioners play a key role in making every child feel seen, safe, and celebrated. Here are ten practical tips to help you foster an inclusive environment for everyone.
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Dancing around the world: Cultural dance activities for early years
International Dance Day is a global celebration of dance. People everywhere use dance to express themselves, tell stories and to simply have fun. The following activity will take you on a magical dance journey to explore and celebrate how people move and dance in different parts of the world.
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Phonics: The fundamentals of phonics in early years
What is phonics? Explore the fundamentals of phonics in early years, from how children learn to read, vocabulary in nurseries and more.
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Top tips: Building resilience
Resilience is a person's ability to adapt, recover and thrive in the face of challenges and setbacks. Investing in children’s resilience will support their confidence, health, and well-being now and in the future. Take a look at our top tips for building resilience in young children.
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Early years activity: Naming emotions
The ability to identify and name emotions supports children to develop their self-regulation skills and build strong social relationships and a positive sense of themselves.
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Nursery leaders and nursery managers: what’s the difference?
Explore the difference between nursery leaders and nursery managers and understand the vital role each plays in making a fantastic early years setting.
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Early years activity: Easter bunny obstacle course
This exciting Easter bunny obstacle course is a great way for young children to celebrate while developing their gross motor skills, coordination, and teamwork.
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Top tips: Promoting healthy eating with parents
Nurseries play a vital role in shaping children’s eating habits and encouraging a positive approach to food.
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EYFS communication and language: 10 top tips
See 10 top tips to help practitioners understand how to support young children’s EYFS communication and language development effectively.
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Nursery packed lunches: things to consider
Nursery packed lunches requires careful thought to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and enjoyable - see our top tips checklist.
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