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If you’ve ever come along to Panda’s Play, you’ll probably have noticed that tuff trays are a big part of our sessions. They often catch little eyes straight away, filled with exciting materials, inviting hands-on exploration and, most importantly, purposeful play. Tuff trays may look simple, but they are one of the most valuable resources we use to support your child’s play, learning, and development. What is a tuff tray? A tuff tray is a large, sturdy, shallow tray that hol

Let’s be honest, life with little ones is a beautiful mix of cuddles, chaos, and wondering how brushing two centimetres of teeth can possibly take twenty.....entire...... minutes. Routines are meant to make things easier… except toddlers didn’t get that memo! The good news? With a bit of playfulness (and the patience of a saint), even the trickiest routines can become moments you actually look forward to. Yes, really....well..... sometimes! Here’s how you might be able to spr

As a parent, one of my absolute favourite things to do is sit down with my children and a good book, especially when it’s one they’ve chosen (for the hundredth time!) and can’t wait to dive into again. Some books become part of the fabric of family life. In our house, the You Choose series, Oi Frog! books and I Say Oh, You Say No are firm favourites. They’ve been read, re-read, acted out, giggled over, and even quietly explored alone or with each other. It’s those moments, wh

Hi, I’m Andrea , early years teacher turned play session leader, mum of two, and forever lover of a good 90s/00s boyband (yes, A1, Five...

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Panda's Play Phoneme Cards As parents, we all want to give our children the best possible start when it comes to reading and writing. One...

When we think about maths, we might picture worksheets, sums and calculators, but for little ones, early maths is all about hands-on...

Summer is the perfect time to embrace sunshine, play, and learning all at once! If you’re a parent or caregiver of a pre-schooler or...

Starting school is such an exciting milestone, for your child and for you! Whether it’s your first time doing the school run or your...

Before children ever pick up a book and start decoding words, there’s a whole world of learning that happens through their ears. Helping...

If you’ve ever watched your toddler climb on the sofa instead of sitting nicely on it, or if your little one insists on jumping,...

My son has requested songs at bedtime for as long as he has been able to talk. We usually sing at least 3 per night, after a story or...