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10 Easy Fine Motor Tuff Tray Ideas

Posted by EYR Team on 15th Apr 2024

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Looking to support your little one’s fine motor skills whilst engaging in fun and playful activities? Then why not try one of our 10 fine motor tuff tray ideas? Whether you’re a parent, c … read more

5 Fine Motor Activities For EYFS

Posted by EYR Team on 16th May 2022

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What are fine motor skills?   Fine motor skills refer to the coordination of small muscles in the brain and nervous system responsible for controlling precise movements in key areas such as ha … read more

Activities to Support the EYFS Using Fidget Tubes

Posted by EYR Team on 8th Dec 2021

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What is the EYFS?   The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is an educational stage for children aged 0-5. It sets the standard for learning and development of children in this age bracket and … read more

How Heuristic Play Can Empower Your Child

Posted by EYR Team on 5th Nov 2021

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  This blog has been written by EYR Industry expert Emily Hanson, a qualified EYFS teacher with an M.Ed in Education from the University of Cambridge. In this blog, Emily discusses the impo … read more

Understanding Loose Parts Play and the Benefits in the EYFS

Posted by EYR Team on 26th Feb 2020

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This article has been written by early years consultant, Anne Rodgers, from ATR Consultancy. Anne has 36 years’ experience of working in the childcare and education sector – including tra … read more

Fine Motor Activity: Pom Pom Autumn Tree Painting

Posted by EYR Team on 7th Oct 2019

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Combine a fun art and craft activity with fine motor development with this simple pom pom autumn tree painting. This activity is a great way to spark discussions about Autumn and seasons change with … read more

The Benefits Of Messy Play On Physical Development

Posted by EYR Team on 1st Apr 2019

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  Squelch… Squish… Splat…   Kids just love getting mucky and making a mess – whether that’s squishing jelly through their hands, smearing mud across … read more

Physical Activity And Cognitive Development In Early Childhood: What Are The Benefits?

Posted by EYR Team on 18th Feb 2019

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“Children think better on their feet than on their seat”   – Mark Benden   Do active kids learn better? We all know how important it is to make sure that children … read more

How to Encourage Children to Write

Posted by EYR Team on 11th Feb 2019

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Do your children grunt when it comes to writing? Are you struggling to engage them in the activity? Writing is an important tool of communication which we encounter in everyday life. It is vital for … read more

Understanding the Importance of Handwriting Skills in the Early Years

Posted by EYR Team on 8th Oct 2018

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In a world where technology surrounds us more and more, the temptation to text and type has never been greater. Just think about the number of devices you have lying around your home; tablets, smartp … read more

How Block play can Support Early Learning and Development.

Posted by EYR Team on 10th Sep 2018

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  How do children learn through block play in early years?   We've all seen a toddler’s pleasure when knocking down block towers. No sooner is it built, than it is gleefully kn … read more