Book 6

Have a different focus for your role play by collecting resources and equipment for some specific settings. These suggestions are all for easily managed and stored selections for popular subjects

Book 63

This Little Book has a wide range of suggestions for using plastic bottles and other containers for exploring all areas of the curriculum. The ideas can be used with babies and right through to Reception, giving a sense of discovery and awe and wonder to exploring the world. Little Books are packed with advice and ideas for all those working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. They are particularly suitable for use between 36 and 60+ months. They are carefully planned to meet the objectives for each stage of development and reflect the latest thinking on the education of young children. Little Books make an excellent start to an exciting journey through learning.

Children have always have been fascinated by minibeasts. They are
intrigued by their behaviour and how they live. Insect hotels are home
made places that encourage insects to stay put. This unique book
supports the current thinking on Eco schools and adds a new spin to the
popular but over-used topic of mini beasts. It underpins much of the
current thinking on the importance and added value of enhancing the
outside environment for children in all settings. It also supports the
need to develop activities that relate to boys' needs.

'Playing and exploring, active learning and creating and thinking critically are highlighted in the EYFS review as three characterstics of effective teaching and learning' (Dame Clare Tickell, 2011). This Little Book features a range of activities and ideas that support this philosophy. The theme is all things upside down! Including gardening, cooking, games, stories, poetry and rhymes.