Make a start on early literacy and numeracy skills Your child is not expected to have amazing literacy or numeracy skills at this age – that’s what school is for! However, there are some ways you can get your child … Continue reading →

Can you remember the animals in this weeks story?  There was a snake, a tiger, an elephant, a lion, a monkey and a crocodile. I wonder if you can clap or tap the animal names, snake = 1 clap ti-ger … Continue reading →

Move Like Minibeasts While out in your garden you find lots of minibeasts like worms, butterfly’s and spiders. Lets see if you can make the movements of the mini beasts you find. Lie on the ground and wiggle like a … Continue reading →

Over the last couple of days we have been looking at different patterns. Today I wonder if you can create a pattern using objects you have around the house. Here are some pictures to give you some ideas. These patterns … Continue reading →

Your activity today is to see what different shadow pictures you can make using your body. Why not try it with someone else from your household and see what happens. My dog Dara can even make a shadow 😊. you … Continue reading →

Hi everyone!   Todays task is to explore with shaving foam or fairy liquid. Use your fine motor skills and your imagination to create your very own shaving foam person using your fingers, I hope you are able to identify … Continue reading →

Practicing Social skills Practising conversations. Giving your child time to talk – and also time when they have to listen – teaches vital speaking and listening skills. You could take turns to talk about the best part of your day. … Continue reading →

Listen to the rhythm of the music and paint or draw along to it. What patterns do you make when the music is fast, slow, loud or quiet? What colours will you choose? We would love to see the pictures … Continue reading →

The topMarks website is a good resource with maths games for different ages and stages. There is a good game about pattern that you may enjoy. https://www.topmarks.co.uk/ordering-and-sequencing/shape-patterns

Lets make a car wash. Get your sleeves rolled up and spring clean all of your cars, bikes and scooters. Use plenty of hot soapy water and a sponge or cloth. Don’t get too wet and have lots of fun.