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Exploring the concepts of fast and slow opens up a huge range of possibilities for learning and fun. Nicole Weinstein suggests some approaches and resources to get children thinking.
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.
Rich learning environments are vital in extending children's speaking and listening skills, says early years consultant Elizabeth Jarman As clearly set out in the 'Principles into Practice' cards that...
A new video shows how to recognise and support young children's musicality
Joint winner, Houghton Community Nursery School, Houghton le Spring
From seeing the sky in puddles to finding the symmetry in faces, there are lots of ways to mirror all areas of the curriculum, say Carole Skinner, Fran Mosley and Sheila Ebbutt.
Children gain an immense sense of achievement from creating something beautiful from a few simple sticks, says Julie Mountain.
Creative 'jungle' play can help improve children's understanding of the world, says Nicole Weinstein.
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.
New sets of tools to help early years providers measure what they are giving children, and improve it, are proving popular, says Ruth Thomson.