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Conversation – Extending vocabulary
Sustained shared thinking, serve and return, and cognitive reciprocity are swanky complex terms used in educational and developmental psychology contexts. Still, at their core, they
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Developing Social Skills at Nursery
Developing social skills at an early age in children is vital in teaching them how to communicate with other children and adults. This in turn
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The Importance of Celebrating Woman’s Day and Teaching Equality in Early Years
If we truly want to achieve equality and harmony among human beings, we must not neglect the time of life when the social, idealistic, and
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Chelsea Pensioners
The Chelsea Pensioners are a group of retired British soldiers who live at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London. Founded in 1682 by King Charles
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Supporting all Areas of the EYFS
There are seven areas of learning and development that must shape our educational programme in Willows. All areas of learning and development are important and
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PIAGET Theory at Willows
PIAGET Theory at Willows “Each time one prematurely teaches a child something he could have discovered himself, that child is kept from inventing it and
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People who help us
Our children and hopefully parents are often curious about the world around them. One topic that usually piques their interest is ‘People who help us’.
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Encouraging children to express art
It has been said that art is a universal language. This is certainly true when it comes to encouraging children. No matter what their background
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Zero – Three: What you need to know
The ‘zero to three movement’, which began in the late 1990s in America, aimed to change parental attitudes to early child development and to affect
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Zero to Three: What you need to know
The ‘zero to three movement’, which began in the late 1990s in America, aimed to change parental attitudes to early child development and to affect
Community
More Hugs
Anyone who has ever been hugged knows the power of that simple act of physical affection. They improve moods, lower stress levels, and boost self-esteem.
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Role of Parents
A child’s brain is like a sponge, absorbing information from the world around them. And, according to recent research, the kind of environment a child
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SIPS
Have you ever wondered why anxiety has become so prevalent in modern society? Or why today’s children seem to be grappling more than ever with depression and other neurofunctional disorders? “SIPS: The Molecular Connection Between Immunity & Learning” offers a fresh perspective on the delicate balance of our immune systems and neural pathways.
A ground-breaking idea emerges in the ever-evolving field of immunology and neuroscience, connecting dots we never thought to join. Dive into the riveting exploration of how the very molecules responsible for warding off infections in our bodies play a pivotal role in how we learn and process the world around us.
