World First Aid Day is a great opportunity to introduce young children to the basics of safety and first aid in an age-appropriate way. Here are some activities that you can organize for early years settings: Introduce What First Aid is: Start with a simple explanation of what first aid is - helping someone who […]
Roald Dahl Day is celebrated annually on September 13th, the birthday of the beloved children's author. Introducing Roald Dahl Day in early years settings offers a fantastic opportunity to foster a love of reading, stimulate creativity, and engage young children in the magic of Roald Dahl's imaginative stories. Click Here - Roald Dahl Day Planning […]
The week is organised by WRAP under the Recycle Now brand. The aim of the week is to encourage the public to recycle more, by demonstrating the benefits of recycling items from all around the home. Click Here To Download Planning Brainstorm For Recycling In your early years settings, Recycle Week can be […]
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Awareness Month is typically celebrated in October and aims to raise awareness about the condition, promote understanding, and support those affected by ADHD. In an early years setting, it is important to acknowledge ADHD Awareness Month to help educators, children, and parents recognise the signs, support children with ADHD, and […]
Celebrating Black History Month in your early years settings is an important opportunity to promote diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Click Here - Black History Planning To Download Here are some ideas on how to celebrate it in a meaningful way that is also developmentally appropriate for young children: Role Models: Discuss Black […]
World Animal Day is celebrated annually on October 4th to raise awareness about animal welfare, conservation, and the importance of treating animals with kindness and respect. Celebrating World Animal Day in your early years setting can have several benefits for young children. These include: Fostering empathy and compassion: Introducing children to the concept of animal […]
World Space Week is celebrated 4th - 10th October in schools around the world. Click Here To Download - Planning Brainstorm For Space Week A week long festival that will inspire young astronauts about the wonderful world of space. From learning about the planets in our solar system to building a rocket set for the […]
One in Ten children are likely to have a mental health problem in any given year. This can have a profound impact on the lives of tens of millions of people in the UK, and can affect their ability to sustain relationships, work, or just get through the day.
Columbus Day is a holiday in the United States that commemorates Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492. However, this holiday is somewhat controversial due to the negative impact Columbus's arrival had on the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Here are some age-appropriate activities for early years settings: Crafts: Children can make […]
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