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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.
Let the ideas go round and round the nursery with activities and resources for following a natural interest, suggested by Diana Lawton.
With a view to introducing den play at her school, Louise Nicholls carried out a research project looking at the impact this type of play can have on young children. She shares her findings.
The most important meal of the day can offer inspiration when looking at subjects like world cultures and health, says Marianne Sargent.
This natural material opens up opportunities for children to experiment and explore both real and imaginary worlds - and a mud kitchen makes a good central point.
Fantasy play is easy to cater for. Nicole Weinstein provides some practice tips for practitioners and ideas for resourcing
Comics and cartoons, in whatever medium they come in, can help develop children’s literacy and self-esteem, but their depiction of family structures is limiting, finds Yasmin Stefanov-King
Don't forget about the role of physical activity in preparing children to read and write when planning provision for literacy development, both indoors and out, says Anne O'Connor.
Food and free flow are the heart of one nursery, says Karen Faux.
'Bucket and Spade' is a CD-Rom from Sherston aimed at children from four to seven years old. It features eight entertaining activities, covering almost every aspect of infant shape and space work,...