Tips for Parents
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imaginative play.docx.pdfTips for Parents 8:
The role of imaginative play in early childhood development by Tara King, Head of Norfolk House Preparatory School
Wk 8 TIPS - The Importance of Play.pdfTips for Parents 7:
The Importance of Play
This week, Loraine Pincott, Head of Early Years at Skippers Hill Manor Prep looks at the National Literacy Trust’s article on how play supports development, with commentary from some of our Early Years Collaborators.
Unlock the Outside in Lockdown.pdfTips for Parents 6:
Outdoor Learning
In this article, Tanya Mawanda, Head of Early Years at Elmhurst School for Boys talks about how children can benefit from outdoor learning and great tips for making your walks exciting and educational!
Supporting your child back to Nursery.pdfTips for Parents 5:
Helping your Child to Return to Nursery
In this article, Helen Enisuoh from Norfolk House School and the EYFS collaborators provide tips for parents in helping their children to transition back into school following this sustained period of isolation, as well as pages of activities and resources to assist children in adjusting.
Early Reading Tips for Parents final.mp4Tips for Parents 4:
Developing Early Reading Skills
In this video, Helen Enisuoh from Norfolk House School demonstrates ways that you can support your nursery age child in developing positive early reading skills
Well being for EYFS.pdfTips for Parents 3:
Wellbeing of Young Children at this time
This article provides tips on the home-school environment and reassuring young children during these unusual times
Dave the Dog is Worried about Coronavirus.mp4Tips for Parents 2:
Talking to your child about coronavirus
If you would like to speak to your child about coronavirus - this book, written by nurse Molly Watts might help to start the conversation in the right way.
Parent's Guide to COEL.docx.pdfTips for Parents 1:
Characteristics of Effective Learning
This article aims to give insight into how children between 2 and 5 years learn best, so parents can give consideration to this in the home environment.