The Value of Guttering in Outdoor Play

Water play is one of the keen favourites within my setting so I find guttering to be one of my go to items. Previously, I would collect shorter off cuts or purchase larger pieces from a DIY store. But, the TTS jumbo guttering is a superb example of why you should save to purchase a high quality outdoor item…

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Let’s get Learning with Eco Build a World

Eco Build a World Eco Build a World is a set of various loose parts that can be connected together to provide a rich variety of play scenarios. This collection can be used as manipulatives, construction, role play, small world play and a plethora of STEAM activities. A versatile resource with numerous learning outcomes. Here are…

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The Importance of Light and Shadow Play in the Early Years

The Magical World of Light and Shadow The world of light and shadow is a magical one, full of wonder and amazement. For young children, this world can be particularly enchanting. It is a world where shapes and colours dance together, where imaginations come alive, and where new discoveries are made every day. Igniting Curiosity and…

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Voice Recording Devices – Endless Learning Opportunities!

Using a Voice Recording Device Voice Recording Devices are great resources and have endless learning opportunities. Do you know that feeling where your head gets full of so much stuff it feels like it’s going to explode? Where the information you can’t ‘hold’ comes leaking out of your ears? It is the same feeling I have in some…

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Benefits of Using the TTS Bamboo Eco Bed

Sleeping pods such as the TTS Bamboo Eco Bed, can help infants to sleep comfortably and safely. Here are some of the ways that the Bamboo Eco Bed can benefit both the children and practitioners in your setting. Comfort and Security The Bamboo Eco Bed supports a child-led environment and provides a safe and cosy space, helping children to feel more comfortable…

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5 Activity Ideas for the STEAM Discovery Centre

Starting early with the STEAM Discovery Centre Early years doesn’t necessarily come to mind for many practitioners and teachers when considering STEAM. However, STEAM is central to children’s learning and development in the 21st century so why not get them started early with the introduction of the STEAM Discovery Centre? Children are born curious, observing and exploring…

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Early STEAM with the STEAM Discovery Centre

Exploring STEAM in the Early Years with the STEAM Discovery Centre STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths. You might be more used to the term STEM, but Arts is often added to recognise the role of creativity and design in STEM fields. Including Arts makes these subjects more early years friendly too. STEAM…

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Exploring STEAM in the Early Years

Exploring STEAM in the Early Years with the STEAM Discovery Centre STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths. You might be more used to the term STEM, but Arts is often added to recognise the role of creativity and design in STEM fields. Including Arts makes these subjects more early years friendly too. STEAM…

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Sand and Water Play in the Early Years

Sand and water play captivates and inspires young children in their early years. By offering an assortment of resources such as sand shakers, different sized pots, water spinners, sieves, scoops, ladles, and tweezers, we can provide the perfect ingredients for immersive play, sensory exploration, and skill development. The Sand and Water Eco Kit contains a range of…

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10 Ways to Play with Sand by Hayley Winter

A sand and water tray and a stable area of an Early Years setting. Playing in sand is a great way to get children to work on their motor skills as well as a great resource to build new vocabulary into their everyday language. Why do I love the water & sand eco kit? The 21…

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