In an extract from her book on the subject, Tamsin Grimmer explains ‘core and radial schema’ and its relevance to the early years
Prepare to set sail for Australia and North and South America to discover a new world with old traditions. Hetty Kothari embarks on another classroom journey At Sarum Hall School we decided to embark...
Has the slimmed-down Understanding the World impacted on teaching and learning? And what can we do to ensure we inspire children's interests and consolidate their knowledge? Lena Engel writes the...
The learning potential for children preparing food as well as eating it is explored by Judith Napier
Help the children to stretch their understanding of mathematical concepts by exploring shapes with ideas by Anne O'Connor Adult-led activities
What is the purpose of Persona Dolls in helping to tackle issues such as diversity, and how do practitioners use them in early years settings? Vicky Hutchin explains
Children's creativity occurs in the creating, not the end product, Jennie Lindon advises Y oung children need time and space to develop the flair of creativity - an open-ended confidence that lets...
A round-up of books and other resources to help you get the most out of the topic. 'Discovery' resources
How can nurseries ease the burden of receiving parents' fees through vouchers? Karen Faux looks for a way out.
Here we run an extract from the introduction of this timely publication which explores the viability of publicly supported childcare in the context of the rights of the child. A range of distinguished...