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Children are amazing and so unique, and the educator’s job is never straightforward! Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for all teachers, and we have collected an abundance of information to support you.

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Children are amazing and so unique, and the educator’s job is never straightforward! Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for all teachers, and we have collected an abundance of information to support you.

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Articles from thought leaders on a broad range of issues.
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Booklets and DVDs that can be used for your in-house CPD.
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three paper blue tits hanging from branches
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Paper bird crafts for preschoolers
Now you can make your paper blue tit or robin! The following craft project is perfect for preschool children with a little support from the adults in the room.
Emma Pinnock at the Day of Play in Birmingham 2024
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When do we stop playing?
We often imagine play happens in a place of security and comfort. But for some children play involves risk. How does the concept of play change as we age?
Ben Kingston-Hughes at the Day of Play in Birmingham 2024
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Why do children skip?
You won’t find it in the statutory framework of the EYFS, but joy affects how well children learn, and we’re constantly looking for it in our settings. If they aren’t detecting fun, they’ll do whatever it takes to find it. So where does…
Cheryl Warren at the Day of Play in Birmingham 2024
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How do children with autism play?
Ready to redefine play? Some children don’t follow the convention. Their responses mystify and confound us. But there are other brilliantly unique approaches to play.
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Portrait of Friedrich Froebel on the background of the village of Keilhau
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Friedrich Froebel
What was life like before ‘childhood’ existed? Children worked in mines and factories; nobody celebrated birthdays, and by the age of seven children were considered adults. Then along came Friedrich Froebel.
Three children playing with wooden blocks in construction corner
Article
Building blocks? Brilliant!
Block play opens a doorway to discovery of math, technology, engineering, design and even architecture.
Beautifully arranged nursery room
Article
Creating indoor environments for young children
A good early childhood environment supports play, hands-on-learning and whole child development.
An early years teacher is reading to children
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A teacher's commission
A teacher's job is super-human...to practice the draining act of forgiveness a hundred times a day.