In this blog, ‘The power of representation through play’, Dr. Sharon Colilles explores how representation shapes inclusive and anti-discriminatory learning environments.
Representation Matters
Teaching practices may differ from one setting to another. Ensuring that children can ‘see’ themselves in educational resources is key for creating an inclusive and anti-discriminatory learning environment. Young children possess a…
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This topic has been developed with Laura Henry-Allain MBE, award-winning international
storyteller, educationalist, producer, and consultant. This course will support your knowledge
and understanding of inclusivity and anti-racism in the Early Years.
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Expand your knowledge on the topic area and understand how this subject fits within the context of the EYFS.
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This topic has been developed with Kerry Murphy, Early Years lecturer and consultant, specialising in
wellbeing, behaviour and special educational needs. This course will support your knowledge and
understanding neurodiversity and additional support needs in the early years.
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Expand your knowledge on the topic area and understand how this subject fits within the…
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This topic has been developed with Joss Cambridge-Simmons, the founder of ‘Jossy Care’, a specialist childcare enterprise that focuses on the importance of gender representation. This course will support your own understanding and reflection on the importance of representation across all areas in the early years and the positive impact this can have…
For the first episode of series 4, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by guest Kate Silverton, a leading broadcaster, child psychologist, and author. Kate sits down to share her journey back to academic roots and discuss understanding children's behaviour.
Practical strategies for understanding and managing children's behaviour Over the next 4 episodes, Kate emphasises the importance of understanding the…
Shaddai Tembo and Laura Henry-Allain MBE return for the final episode of this series of the TTS Talking Early Years podcast, to discuss the importance of recognising the uniqueness and diversity of every family.
Supporting self-identity Laura emphasises that it's crucial to understand the family dynamics of every child in an early years setting to ensure that you can represent and…
Shaddai Tembo is once again joined by Laura Henry-Allain MBE, an award-winning international storyteller, educationalist, producer, and consultant. In this episode, Laura and Shaddai explore why representation in resources is important throughout your continuous provision.
Fostering respect for other cultures This episode highlights that settings should accurately reflect our culturally diverse society so that all…
Shaddai Tembo is joined once again by Laura Henry-Allain MBE, an award-winning international storyteller, educationalist, producer, and consultant. In this episode, Laura and Shaddai explore how educators can promote anti-racism in their settings.
Anti-racism in practice Laura explains the importance of including the whole team, parents, and wider community to embed anti-racism across all areas…
Shaddai Tembo is joined by Laura Henry-Allain MBE, an award-winning international storyteller, educationalist, producer, and consultant. Laura will cover the topic of understanding and celebrating our differences.
Inclusivity in your setting In this episode, Laura discusses inclusive practices, emphasising the importance of continued training on matters of diversity for every setting. She sheds light on…
This blog about Sculpture is the third of three blogs by Art & Design Consultant Paul Carney. Part 1 is on Drawing and Part 2 on Painting. Continue to read below to find out about Sculpture and use the accompanying Activity Cards to enhance Sculpture in your classroom.
Sculpture Resources
Activity Cards
Gross and Fine Motor Skills
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