Using these historic creatures to inspire games and activities can help to build curiousity and imagination, advises Marianne Sargent.
Creative 'jungle' play can help improve children's understanding of the world, says Nicole Weinstein.
Winner: Woodland House Nursery, Bristol
The way a nursery is set up can profoundly influence the quality of children's experiences there.
A nursery in Wiltshire used a local garden in an old churchyard, and a visual artist, to put together a Making Memories project. Annette Rawstrone explains
Making the move from nursery to primary school can throw up challenges for everyone involved, but settings can take steps to make the process easier. Rebecca Fisk suggests some methods.
The Forest Schools experience has brought many benefits to children at a setting in Scotland. AnnMarie Cunningham describes the process.
Imagination is the only resource you'll need in abundance to enjoy activities inspired by this children's book, says Helen Bromley.
Playing outdoors after dark can be exciting and challenging. Julie Mountain advises on making the most of outside spaces all day.
Are you a mud-lover, a mug-hugger or somewhere in between? Annie Davy explains why being an early years practitioner today is an outdoor job.