Episode 2: Practical tips for managing emotional responses with Kate Silverton

Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined once again by Kate Silverton, a leading broadcaster, child psychologist, and author. In this episode, Kate and Alistair delve into understanding and managing children's emotional responses in early years. Recognising and responding to emotional reactions Kate discusses how practitioners can recognise early signs of emotional reactions in children and offer strategies…

30 November 2023

Early Years Kate Silverton Podcast Podcast Series 4

Episode 1: The science behind children’s behaviour with Kate Silverton

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…

23 November 2023

Early Years Laura Henry-Allain MBE Podcast Podcast Series 3

Episode 20: Supporting and empowering every family with Laura Henry-Allain MBE

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…

16 November 2023

Early Years Laura Henry-Allain MBE Podcast Podcast Series 3

Episode 19: Representation in books and resources with Laura Henry-Allain MBE

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 children…

9 November 2023

Arts & Craft Inspire Primary TTS

Art Skills Part 3 – Sculpture Skills

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 I’m…

6 November 2023

Arts & Craft Inspire Primary TTS

Art Skills Part 2 – Painting Skills

This blog about Painting is the second of three blogs by Art & Design Consultant Paul Carney. Continue to read below to find out about Painting and use the accompanying Activity Cards to enhance Painting in your classroom. Painting Resources Activity Cards Painting In my previous blog on the progression of drawing, we discussed how art is…

2 November 2023

Arts & Craft Inspire Primary TTS

Art Skills Part 1 – Drawing Skills

This blog about Drawing is the first of three blogs by Art & Design Consultant Paul Carney. Continue to read below to find out about Drawing and use the accompanying Activity Cards to enhance Drawing in your classroom. Drawing Resources Activity Cards Whenever I look at progression plans or curriculum maps, in either primary or secondary phase, one of…

2 November 2023

Early Years Laura Henry-Allain MBE Podcast Podcast Series 3

Episode 18: How can early years educators promote anti-racism with Laura Henry-Allain MBE

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 of…

2 November 2023

Podcast Series 3

CPD Topic 5: Understanding and celebrating our differences

Course content: 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. Learning outcomes: Expand your knowledge on the topic area and understand how this subject fits within the context of the EYFS. Discover…

1 November 2023

Diversity Early Years Podcast TTS

Understanding & celebrating differences in the classroom By Hayley Winter

In the vibrant world of early childhood education, fostering a sense of acceptance and celebration of differences is paramount. In the enchanting realms of the small world and reading areas, early years educators hold the power to nurture a generation that appreciates the beauty of diversity. These spaces are not just corners of the classroom;…

30 October 2023

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