Episode 14: Developing healthy relationships in the classroom

In this episode of the TTS Talking Teachers’ podcast, Steven Bollar and Educational consultant, Iantha Ussin share practical ways to maintain healthy relationships with students and why this is important for positioning yourself as the leader in the classroom. “It is the role of the teacher to be a friendly adult, not an adult friend”. Join Steven…

18 July 2023

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5 ways to use the Recordable Talking Metallic Gold Stars by Hayley Winter

These recordable talking metallic gold stars have so many uses; below are 5 ideas for using them. Record a special positive message to send home to share with parents I have used these in my classroom daily to record and send home a positive message to parents about a child, and I wish you could see…

12 July 2023

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5 Ways to Support Reluctant Writers Through Play by Hayley Winter

Early writing, or even writing for all ages, can be daunting for many students. But there are some simple tips you can use to ease the pressure off individuals to enjoy writing more. These include: 1. Remember to go slow to go fast later Motor and pre-writing skills are vital to everything that comes before writing…

12 July 2023

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An Introduction to the Tiers of Language Development by Hayley Winter

Language development is highly complex, with many different tiers and levels. In this blog, Hayley Winter (@allaboutearlyyears) breaks down what each tier is. Tier 1 – Basic Vocabulary Tier one consists of the most basic words. These words rarely require direct instruction and typically do not have multiple meanings. Sight words, nouns, verbs, adjectives, and early…

12 July 2023

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How Imaginative Play Contributes to Language Development by Hayley Winter

Imaginative play is more than just a fun activity for children. Still, it also plays a significant role in their language development. When children engage in imaginative play, they create scenarios, characters, and stories, which helps them to develop their language skills in several ways. In this blog, I share 5 ways that imaginative play contributes…

12 July 2023

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Creating Language Rich Learning Environments by Hayley Winter

The importance of language, vocabulary and communication in the Early Years is interwoven throughout the new statutory framework and represented under the guiding principle of enabling environments. We often think that “Language Rich Learning Environments” constitutes labelling absolutely everything in sight. Yet, the practitioners who understand child development and use effective strategies to promote communication skills…

12 July 2023

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Episode 13: Practical ways to embed rituals and routines effectively

Hosting a new segment on classroom management, Steven Bollar joins the TTS Talking Teachers’ podcast alongside educational consultant, Iantha Ussin. In this episode, Steven and Iantha discuss the importance of rituals and routines in the classroom, including using the EDGE technique, setting and practicing expected behaviours, and more. With the mantra “we have all year to teach,…

11 July 2023

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Meet Podcast Guest: Matthew Savage

After 25 years as an educator, school leader and principal, both in the UK and internationally, Matthew is now a speaker, trainer, consultant and coach; Associate Consultant at LSC Education and editor of SchoolRubric's InterACT Magazine; a member of ECIS' DEIJ team and the Global Equality Collective, and regular contributor to the Diverse Educators network;…

5 July 2023

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Voting is now open for the British Podcast Awards 2023

Have your say at this year’s British Podcast Awards, by nominating your favourite podcast as part of the Listener’s Choice category. CAST YOUR VOTE > Days Hours Minutes Seconds TTS Talking Early Years Podcast Earlier this year, we launched our TTS Talking Early Years podcast series, to bring new insights, guidance and fresh ideas from…

4 July 2023

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Episode 12: F1 in Schools – a truly STEAM-based initiative

In episode 12, Mark Steed and Chris Birch, the Head of Key Stage 2 at Citizens School in Dubai, conclude the STEAM topic with a deep dive into the F1 in Schools challenge. Leaning on his experiences as a F1 in Schools co-ordinator, Chris shares what the challenge involves and why he’s so passionate about the…

4 July 2023

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