Inspiring ideas, training and resources for early learning.
Creating and making your own simple DIY resources for learning can save early years educators a lot of money and it is also very rewarding when you see the children engaged with something you have made for them. Making our own resources allows educators to explore their own creativity and also provide opportunities for children to be involved in the process of…
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There are a lot of early childhood educators and early years teachers that use child portfolios as part of their documentation. It can be a time consuming process and many are now turning to apps and monthly computer program subscriptions with the aim of making portfolio records more efficient for both educator and parent and to also cut down on printing…
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As a parent and an early childhood educator I love to find different ways of making my own budget friendly resources and this chalk paint is one of my favourites! It is a simple hands on activity that encourages children to take part both in making the paint with you and then using it to get creative. You only need a few…
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If you have been throwing those empty juice, water and soft drink bottles into the bin then STOP right there because today I’m sharing 16 easy ways to recycle plastic bottles for play! As both an educator and Mum I love to save money on learning resources as well as showing the children how to reuse and recycle materials we already…
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We enjoy creating an environment that attracts birds and other wildlife to our garden and when the children told me the birds were hot and needed a drink we decided to make our own little garden birdbath to place around the yard! It really is such a simple project and the children can be involved in every step of the…
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I love finding easy ways to incorporate sensory play opportunities and this easy soapy slime recipe is a favourite! It’s slimy and gooey, makes a great talking point and is a stress buster! It’s also perfect for all ages as it is safe for baby and toddler to handle but still offers challenge and excitement for older children who love their…
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