Explore the Possibilities of Eco Build a World with Alice Sharp

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…

ByAna Smith3 September 20230Comments

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Learning and Play with Marvellous Metallics

Children’s fascination with shiny objects, like coins, keys, and Metallic resources, is often referred to as the ‘Magpie Effect.’ The captivating treasures found in our Marvellous Metallic range have a special allure for children. This makes them an excellent catalyst for learning and play. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the various ways children can engage…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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Creating a Sensory Space: More Than A Beanbag and A Bubble Tube

In this blog, Beccie Hawes offers her expert advice around the areas to consider when setting up your very own sensory space or room. A purpose built sensory room is a real luxury item and can be an extremely valuable tool in your arsenal for being able to provide pupils with a safe haven and a…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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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…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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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…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

Blog Early Years New Product Launches STEAM

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…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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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…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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Our Adventures with Marvellous Metallics

Introducing our children to the different types of Metallics and the varied explorations they could embark on has been a great adventure. As practitioners, we love to observe our little ones eagerly examining these shiny, interesting resources. They are utterly fascinated, reaching out to touch the Metallic shapes and expressing delight at the reflections they…

ByAna Smith7 August 20230Comments

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Ways to Use Pebbles in Play

The Power of Pebbles in Play: Unearthing the Magic and Learning in the Everyday Why are we Fascinated with Pebbles? Ever since we were cave dwellers, humans, especially children, have been fascinated with stones and pebbles. Ever been on a walk with a child to find their pockets rattling and full of stones and pebbles…

ByAna Smith4 August 20230Comments

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