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Making Routines Fun…well it’s worth a try!Â
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
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2 days ago3 min read
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The Joy of Storytime: Books That Spark Language, Laughter & Imagination
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
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Nov 103 min read
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The Hardest Decision, the Happiest Choice: Still Teaching, Just Differently My journey from the classroom to Panda’s Play
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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Oct 63 min read
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Purposeful Play! It's easier than you think..
If you’ve ever felt guilty that you're not doing enough with your child, or worried that what you’re doing is not the right kind of play,...
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Sep 143 min read
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Should I teach my child the alphabet?Why teaching letter sounds before letter names makes all the difference.
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...
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Aug 273 min read
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Building Early Maths Skills the Fun Way
When we think about maths, we might picture worksheets, sums and calculators, but for little ones, early maths is all about hands-on...
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Jul 284 min read
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Fun Summer Learning Activities for Little Ones at Home
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...
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Jul 133 min read
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Getting Ready for School: A Parent’s Friendly Guide
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...
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Jun 294 min read
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How can I help my child to get ready to read?Â
Before children ever pick up a book and start decoding words, there’s a whole world of learning that happens through their ears. Helping...
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Jun 223 min read
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Running, Jumping, Climbing, Swinging and Lifting. Gross Motor Skills, Why are they important?
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,...
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Jun 143 min read
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Why should we sing nursery rhymes?
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...
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May 55 min read
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