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Toys for the baby and toddler rooms are tried out by early years professionals who give their verdicts to Sue Hubberstey.
Fire can be a useful focal point on forest trips, says Caroline Watts, forest school leader at Reflections Nursery and Forest School, Worthing, West Sussex
Going on a fossil hunt showed children a new aspect of their local area and was a rich opportunity for exploring the outdoors, says Tessa Fenoughty.
With so many different aspects to explore, the sky is an excellent focus for imaginative play and learning, says Marianne Sargent.
Easter offers a range of opportunities for teaching about chocolate, from cacao trees to the concept of fair trade, explains Marianne Sargent
Winner - Teasel Nursery School-on-the-Marina, Hayes
In an extract from his book of story-based adventures, Adam Dove explains how woodland fairies and a big-footed troll can provide an exciting and engaging starting point for outdoor learning
Observation of children's interests as they play is at the heart of activities based on a favourite theme in both books and play materials set out by Diana Lawton.
Visiting fire or police stations helps children understand about 'people who help us' but there is a wealth of resources settings can use for role play to support this theme
Enclosed spaces can foster friendship and heighten young children's concentration and involvement in their play, says Annette Rawstrone.