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*NEW BLOG* From exhilarating sports to interesting flag designs, this year’s Summer Olympics in Tokyo can offer young children a unique glimpse at the diverse world beyond their national borders. In my latest post I look at some simple activities that can help support their discoveries
*NEW BLOG* Sharing a book with your preschool child is a wonderful way to encourage a love of reading, but don’t overlook the value of re-reading! Reexamining a book helps a child to uncover nuances and surprises in the illustrations, empathise with different characters and think about the wider implications of a story. In my latest post I share my observations about how you can get the most of your shared reading experience together…
*NEW BLOG* Number bonds are pairs of numbers that preschool children can recognise for quick addition: we all know how many toes we have without adding them up! In my latest post I explain how to introduce number bonds and numerical patterns to your child (with a little help from the Numberblocks, of course!)
Thank you to @learnwell_education for my complementary copy of Alphabet Rhyme Time by @phonicfairy and @becbarnes72
*NEW BLOG* There are so many unseen benefits to a colouring book, beyond giving parents a break! Among preschoolers, regular colouring helps to promote concentration, as well good pencil grip and control. As I explain in my latest blog, when shared with an adult colouring is also a great opportunity to talk, develop language and simply enjoy some relaxing time together.
*NEW BLOG* The signs of spring are everywhere. It’s a great time for preschool children to learn about seasonal change and early life cycles, and daffodils are the perfect place to start, as I explain in my latest post...
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