Dr Shaddai Tembo: Meet our TTS Talking Series 3 Podcast Host

Dr Shaddai Tembo is a lecturer in early childhood studies (UK and China) at Bath Spa University and an associate lecturer at the Open University. He is a trustee for the Fatherhood Institute and formerly Early Education. Shaddai is an independent speaker and consultant through Critical Early Years. Professional history and research background Shaddai completed…

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Creating Language Rich Learning Environments by Hayley Winter

The importance of language, vocabulary and communication in the Early Years is interwoven throughout the new statutory framework and represented under the guiding principle of enabling environments. We often think that “Language Rich Learning Environments” constitutes labelling absolutely everything in sight. Yet, the practitioners who understand child development and use effective strategies to promote communication…

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How Imaginative Play Contributes to Language Development by Hayley Winter

Imaginative play is more than just a fun activity for children. Still, it also plays a significant role in their language development. When children engage in imaginative play, they create scenarios, characters, and stories, which helps them to develop their language skills in several ways. In this blog, I share 5 ways that imaginative play…

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An Introduction to the Tiers of Language Development by Hayley Winter

Language development is highly complex, with many different tiers and levels. In this blog, Hayley Winter (@allaboutearlyyears) breaks down what each tier is. Tier 1 – Basic Vocabulary Tier one consists of the most basic words. These words rarely require direct instruction and typically do not have multiple meanings. Sight words, nouns, verbs, adjectives, and…

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5 Ways to Support Reluctant Writers Through Play by Hayley Winter

Early writing, or even writing for all ages, can be daunting for many students. But there are some simple tips you can use to ease the pressure off individuals to enjoy writing more. These include: 1. Remember to go slow to go fast later Motor and pre-writing skills are vital to everything that comes before…

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5 ways to use the Recordable Talking Metallic Gold Stars by Hayley Winter

These recordable talking metallic gold stars have so many uses; below are 5 ideas for using them. Record a special positive message to send home to share with parents I have used these in my classroom daily to record and send home a positive message to parents about a child, and I wish you could…

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TTS Talking: Exploring Early Years Resources Webinar!

At TTS, we're passionate about inspiring educators to find new ways of engaging children and improving learning outcomes. That’s why we developed our award-winning TTS Talking series, comprising of podcasts and webinars, delivering practical guidance, support, and fresh ideas to inspire new ways of learning. We’re delighted to share the next in our…

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Meet Podcast Guest: Dr Sharon Colilles

Dr Sharon Colilles is Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Studies at Bath Spa University, a Trustee on Froebel Trust Council, Vice Chair on the Executive for Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network (ECSDN) and an associate trainer for Early Education. She has a diverse career background, initially working for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP),…

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Meet Podcast Guest: Joss Cambridge-Simmons

Described as the UK’s leading ‘super manny’, Londoner Joss Cambridge-Simmons is taking modern childcare to the next level. Joss is the founder of ‘Jossy Care’, a specialist childcare enterprise that focuses on the importance of gender representation. Award-winning Since the launch of Jossy Care, Joss has been featured in numerous publications and podcasts…

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Meet Podcast Guest: Kerry Murphy

Kerry Murphy is an Early Years lecturer and consultant, specialising in wellbeing, behaviour and special educational needs. She is a lecturer at Goldsmiths, University of London, and works with a number of educational organisations to plan and deliver early years training and projects. Kerry’s passion has always been inclusion and breaking down deficit attitudes about…

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