Can-Do Child
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Helping nurture children’s can-do mindset and skills for life through everyday screen-free play. https://t.co/FbT1EV8MGV No longer posting (5/24)
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Joined January 2012
Wishing all my followers a very Merry Christmas; and for those who find this a difficult time, I hope you find peace and comfort ✨ #christmas (photo is of ice lanterns D and I made earlier from foraged items in the garden)
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Delighted to have been commissioned to write these free resources for @CareersWales supporting 12-16 yr olds bring their business idea to reality, plus accompanying resource for adults. Great idea for Summer hols! https://t.co/Ib7uoajY81
https://t.co/SlxSnheUVV
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The party supplies market is a multi billion $ industry growing year on year. This reflects our love to party, but plastic and food waste grows along with it. The good news is that celebrations don't have to (literally) cost the Earth. Find out more at https://t.co/HoGXmyPhI3
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Hop into a fun, sustainable Easter with these top tips 🐰🌷
partywithoutplastic.com
As Easter approaches, let’s think beyond traditional egg hunts and sweet-filled baskets to embrace a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to celebrating. With a little creativity and thoughtful...
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Nadolig Llawen / Merry Christmas
A peaceful Christmas to you all 🕊️. I hope this time is everything you need it to be #icelanterns #nature #beauty #peace
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We’ve been a little quiet here of late, but something exciting is happening behind the scenes - all will be revealed in just under 8wks time! Meantime, if you’re on Summer break, have fun, and here’s our one top tip ⤵️ #keeplistening #summer #family
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MASSIVE study by Cambridge University of over 10,000 adolescents showing children #readingforpleasure at an early age have better mental health, improved attention and less behavioural problems when they enter adolescence... #lovelibraries @Literacy_Trust
https://t.co/XQRUt1Y1Eb
cam.ac.uk
In a study published today in Psychological Medicine, researchers in the UK and China found that 12 hours a week was the optimal amount of reading, and that this was linked to improved brain
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This (the whole thread) ⤵️ #parentalengagement
How my school’s Sports Day looked: AM - ‘Traditional’ Running Races - NO PARENTS - including: Flat Sprint Egg & Spoon Sack Race Relay Race PM - Rotation of Multi-Sport & Team Activities - WITH PARENTS (encouraged to participate and not just watch) including:
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and there’s the problem… this isn’t about bringing in more maths teachers imo, it’s about delivering a curriculum that’s embedded in the real world - budgets, timetables, diy projects, recognising maths in nature etc.
‘Anti-maths mindset’ costs UK a huge sum, Rishi Sunak claims
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Teaching maths that is embedded in the real world, e.g. budgeting, would be a good start, as would be learning through play. >> UK must end 'anti-maths mindset' to boost economic growth, Sunak says, as he launches review into teaching plan - LBC
apple.news
The UK needs to bring an end to its “anti-maths mindset” to help young people in their careers and grow the economy, Rishi Sunak will say.
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“Multiplication tables and spellings will still be there when the snow melts… “ let children play #uksnow #powerofplay
Can we just appreciate how incredible this part of an email from my daughters school was this morning?! @YsgolPanteg @BBCWales @WalesOnline brought a tear to mine & many others eyes on this beautiful, snowy morning. Lets just let them be children ❤❄⛄ diolch Ysgol Panteg 🌟
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4 great ideas for rainy-day play to encourage healthy eating habits > https://t.co/2xVE4z0unp via @TheToyAssoc #geniusofplay
thegeniusofplay.org
Just in time for National Nutrition Month, Daniel W. Hatcher, Director of Community Partnerships at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, shares creative activities and tips to inspire your picky...
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The emotional benefits of play - let's talk jigsaw puzzles! https://t.co/XuxA56iSB8 via @TheToyAssoc #geniusofplay
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So exciting to be launching our do you :bit challenge resources on #InternationalDayofEducation - do take a look, there is so much in there to inspire young learners.
⚡️BREAKING⚡️ 🆕 do your :bit resources launched for UN #InternationalDayofEducation 🎉 👉We’re launching a new set of resources to support you to run the do your :bit challenge & teach your students about the @UN's #GlobalGoals. https://t.co/7UYmLGVjCg
#InternationalEducationDay
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Great to be working with @TheGapClubLtd in Athens @BrightStart_Con come and say hello! #brightstartconference
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If you know families worried about how to make #Christmas special this year, do share this great article with top tips on how to make magical memories on an (almost) zero budget https://t.co/bg2UCdB4lw
#costoflivingcrisis #families #Christmasonabudget #screenfreeplay #candochild
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With the ever-increasing cost of living, and many families struggling financially, celebrating Christmas may feel like a luxury, but these top tips from Lorraine Allman, author of bestselling book “A...
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We're excited to be exhibiting & presenting at this year's @BrightStart_Con in Athens. If you can't make it in person, join online & have access to the whole amazing conference for 3 months after > https://t.co/gEhFnBAYFj use code BRIGHT for a huge discount! #earlyyears
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How to have a magical Christmas... on a budget https://t.co/kwmsy2QCDb 8 super top tips to create memories that last a lifetime #christmasonabudget #costoflivingcrisis #screenfreeplay #christmasgifts #candochild #parents
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With the ever-increasing cost of living, and many families struggling financially, celebrating Christmas may feel like a luxury, but these top tips from Lorraine Allman, author of bestselling book “A...
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