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Craft Project: Making Papier-Mache Paste
Papier-mache is a very versatile material that can be used to make anything from masks or maracas to castles. Below is a very simple recipe to help you make the wallpaper...
Craft Project: Hammering Flowers
I visited the Waterfront Museum in Swansea a couple of weeks ago and they were running a craft afternoon teaching all about flower hammering. Don’t worry, I’d...
Sensory Play Activity Ideas
Most children love getting their hands dirty and sensory play is a very important part of a child’s development because it means they get to experience and understa...
Craft Project: Cereal Box Theatre
I found this craft project in an old art book, and since we have a considerable collection of printable stick puppets that could benefit from a stage, I thought I would...
One Step Beyond: Locating Numbers on a Number Track
This blog is one of a new series that will examine confusion that can arise with our number names and discuss how we can help make it clearer....
OK to Awesome: Providing ‘Outstanding’ Experiences
I recently had to put together a presentation for head teachers on moving from Good to Outstanding in Early Years....
How to Improve your Classroom Display
Following on from Dr Smawfield's previous blog about the advantages of classroom displays, here are a few ideas to help you keep your displays looking fresh and interesti...
Arts and Crafts on a Budget
With the recession still in full swing we’re all feeling the pinch. And with the money expected to stretch ever further things like art and craft supplies are falli...
Finding Your Voice: The Importance of Singing with Children
I grew up in a family that sang. It was the Yorkshire equivalent of the Von Trapp family, but only 3 children!...
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