Play is fundamental to a child’s healthy development, and for anyone invested in a child’s development it’s helpful to understand the different types of play involved at different stages. In this article we’re going to examine why play is important, the theory of stage-based play, what to expect at each stage, and how to support children along their developmental path. The post The Importance of Stage-Based Play appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
Need outdoor activities for the warmer months? Here are some budget-friendly ideas for getting your preschool children active outside.| First Discoverers
Alistair Bryce-Clegg brings you five inspiring kids outdoor activities from his book "50 Fantastic Ideas For Physical Activity Outdoors".| First Discoverers
The beneficial effects of outdoor learning and play on children’s experiences have been known for thousands of years, but parents seem generally more afraid to let their children explore, play and discover outside by themselves. This is the ‘Cotton Wool ‘generation, wrapped up & overprotected in many ways, allowed hours of technology rather than climbing […] The post Why Outdoor Learning Boosts Children’s Development appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
Dr. Diane Kashin shares with us her experiences in the childcare industry, from working directly with children to teaching early childhood education through outdoor play and her role as a founding member of York Region Nature Collaborative, an outdoor learning centre. Learning Through Outdoor Play: Interview with Dr. Diane Kashin Thank you for agreeing to […] The post Learning Through Outdoor Play: Interview with Dr. Diane Kashin appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
Kathryn Solly, author of ‘Risk, Challenge and Adventure in the Early Years’ has taken a break from training childcare professionals to share her experience in the childcare sector as an advocate of outdoor learning, including her time as head of the Chelsea Open Air Nursery School and Children’s Centre. Thank you for agreeing to chat with […] The post Outdoor Play, Risk and Challenge: an Interview with Kathryn Solly appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
An influential and respected childcare professional whose books are well-known, Kathy Brodie talks to First Discoverers about some current issues. In an interview crammed with common sense, she discusses subjects such as the impact of early years teachers, supporting children as they learn about risk, and the absurdity of adopting a negative stance on new […] The post Interview with Early Years Author Kathy Brodie appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
Author June O’Sullivan is a committed standard-bearer for early years, social business and child poverty, and her role as CEO of the London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) affords her ample opportunity to address all three causes. Awarded an MBE in 2013 for her services to London’s children, June offers First Discoverers some thoughtful childcare reflections […] The post Interview with LEYF’s June O’Sullivan MBE appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
12 Indoor Activities for Kids Indoor Obstacle Course Yoga and Gymnastics Musical Chairs / Statues Songs with Actions Throwing Games Simon Says Indoor Hopscotch Balloon Games Fish Flapping Game Movement Chain Actions and Objects Animal Charades No matter what the weather, you can be sure that preschool children will always have plenty of energy to expend. It’s […] The post 12 Indoor Activities for Kids appeared first on First Discoverers.| First Discoverers
