by EYR Team | Jan 8, 2019 | Early Years Development, Learning & Development
This article has been written by storytelling specialists, Tonya and Natasha, from Little Creative Days Stories are one of the most versatile tools you can use when educating children. When combined with other creative activities, such as puppet making, they...
by EYR Team | Dec 13, 2018 | Early Years, Early Years Development, Learning & Development, Professional Development
This article has been written by storytelling specialists, Tonya and Natasha, from Little Creative Days The importance of language and communication Did you know…that the more words a child knows by age 8 is the biggest predictor of their future success?...
by EYR Team | Nov 6, 2018 | Early Years Development, Learning & Development, Professional Development
This article has been written by storytelling specialists, Tonya and Natasha, from Little Creative Days A child speaking their first words is a magical time and once they start there’s usually no stopping them. But after that, children need to know how to put...
by EYR Team | Nov 1, 2018 | Early Years Development, Learning & Development
Everything you can imagine is real Pablo Picasso What is small world play? Small world play refers to imaginative play with ‘small’ toys, encouraging children to use their imaginations and create both everyday and fantasy worlds in familiar surroundings. It involves...
by EYR Team | Oct 31, 2018 | Early Years Development, Learning & Development
This blog has been written by Holly at Little Learners Southport. Little Learners is a multi award winning messy play and mark making company with over 30 franchises across the country. Mark making is at the heart of their mission and is the focus for all classes. Why...
by EYR Team | Oct 19, 2018 | Early Years Development, Learning & Development
Once upon a time… We all know the famous words, but can you remember the first time you heard them? From an early age, kids and parents tell stories for many reasons; to bond, to help sleep, to improve reading, and most importantly, for fun! Reading and writing are...