Inspiring ideas, training and resources for early learning.
The Australian Early Years Framework (EYLF) and indeed most early years frameworks across the international early childhood community asks educators to incorporate sustainable practice into their service. As educators we must ensure we offer activities, experiences and environments that introduce children to the environment around them and also support them to find ways of looking after their own environment whether…
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Today I’m sharing a play recipe that provides a water bead alternative! Why an alternative? I’ve often looked at the activities on Pinterest with colourful water beads but the choking and general safety concerns around using these beads with young children has always made me avoid them as a safe sensory option. I really loved the sensory aspect to them…
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Being an assertive educator is not an easy task for many but it can be a learned skill and one I believe is very important for those working in the early childhood profession. Being assertive means that you express yourself effectively and stand up for your point of view, while also respecting the rights and beliefs of others. So what does ‘assertiveness”…
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I’m often asked by followers on my Facebook page if I take my daycare children to play outdoors when it is raining. Regular readers know I am a huge advocate for outdoor play in all weather so the short answer is yes we do…usually. There are of course circumstances when I do decide it is not in the children’s best…
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Welcome to my weekly series ‘Recycled Play’. Regular readers of this blog will know that I have a passion for play but I also have a passion for ensuring parents and educators understand that play doesn’t have to be expensive. You don’t need all the latest equipment and well marketed toys!This series is all about inspiring you to discover a…
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In my experience most children are happier and calmer when outdoors. I know I am. It would drive me absolutely bonkers if we spent the majority of the day inside. Outside they can run and jump and yell, and expend some of the energy that is usually deemed inappropriate and often very annoying indoors. I think it is so important that…
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