In this blog Lorna Taylor, a Paediatric Physiotherapist, discusses the ways in which the Giant Light and Sound Spinning Top can support children's physical development.
My Initial Thoughts on the Giant Light and Sound Spinning Top
As a children’s physiotherapist, it was a pleasure to assess and review the Giant Light and Sound Spinning Top,…
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As educators we are on a constant search to find innovative and exciting ways to engage, delight and motivate children. I would therefore like to share with you a little about a quest which is around the subject of light and how working with a hugely talented, patient and diligent team we attained our goal.
Now I…
Getting started with the Immersive Projector
From providing rich language opportunities and developing mathematical concepts, to scientific exploration and storytelling, the Immersive Projector offers children infinite learning experiences and different ways to express themselves. But the question you may be asking yourself, is how do I set it up and get started?
Here are a few hints and…
Learning through STEAM
STEAM is becoming more common in the early years and is central to children’s learning and development in the 21st century. During the first few years of a child’s life, STEAM focuses on self-directed play and exploration rather than direct teaching. It supports an array of valuable lifelong learning skills and may help…
Our experience of the Immersive Projector
A child can learn the differences between light and shadow by exploring, observing, and creating with the use of materials within their reach. These materials enable them to reason, understand, and explain the intention of a phenomenon like the one we had the opportunity to observe and experience today.
One…
An immersive world, full of possibilities
Introducing the children to the Immersive Projector and the environments created was a magical experience. As practitioners, we love seeing the children get up close and personal to this wonderful dome of light. They are truly intrigued and excited to explore and learn. Some children want to touch the light and…
The TTS Build a World was developed with award-winning and internationally respected early years specialist, Alice Sharp. During her visit to Kirktonholme Nursery. Alice Sharp shares with us the possibilities of exploration, imaginative play and so much more using this open-ended resource.
Open-ended opportunities with Build a World
Children are always eager to explore and experiment, they especially love…
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…
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…
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…