Intense Interests - Why That Dinosaur Obsession is a Great Thing
Everyone knows a child obsessed with dinosaurs, but why do these obsessions start and what benefits do they bring?
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Maker Ideas for Christmas
Want to personalise your Christmas gifts this year, or just be a bit more environmentally aware? We've found some great ideas for the kids.
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The Benefits of Repetition in the Early Years & How to Help at Home
Children in the early years love repetition. Repeating an activity or experience is what helps them learn and develop.
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The Long-Term Impact of Pandemic School & Nursery Closures - How You Can Help
What impact did pandemic school closures have on our children? And how can STEM and engineering activities at home help?
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Summer STEAM Projects - Play, Explore & Learn Outdoors
Some simple ideas to play, explore and learn outdoors over the summer, using things you'll already have around your house.
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Engineering Challenges for Home
It's never too early to start engineering. With so little time spent on engineering in school, use these activities to get started at home.
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Why Science Education Matters in the Early Years
Engaging children with science even before they start school has big benefits for their skills, their futures and the future of our world.
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Ideas for Outdoor STEAM
Once the sun comes out it's time to play outdoors. Here are some ideas to get playing outside and learn together at the same time.
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Easter STEAM - Egg-cellent Ideas for 2-5 Year Olds
Here are my top five STEAM ideas on an egg theme to keep you busy over Easter.
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Getting Girls Into STEM From a Young Age
What is the reality of women and girls in STEM and why does it matter? Read for four tips to help girls stick with STEM
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Learning Through Play: What does it mean and what can you do to help at home?
Play forms the basis for children's learning in the early years. As an adult you can help by providing the time, the space and the resources
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Putting the M in STEAM: 5 Ideas for Practical & Fun Maths Activities
So many adults say are bad at maths. But maths is becoming more important in the jobs of the future. Use these ideas to make maths fun.
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The Benefits of Curiosity & How to Develop Them in Your Child
I have to admit, when my children ask me a question and I don't know the answer I sometimes (a) brush off the question saying I don't...
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Is it worth the effort?
"Please mummy can we do a jigsaw?"
How can I say no to that? Well quite easily it turns out when I'm trying to cook the dinner, put the wash
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5 Ideas to Develop Problem Solving at Home
Problem-solving skills are crucial to prepare children for their futures, and they've also been shown to reduce depression and suicides.
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5 Quick Ideas to Practice Creativity & Innovation at Home
In 1900, creative workers made up about 10% of the workforce. This figure is now closer to 30%. Educators agree that creativity, along...
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