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  • 7 easy to play circle time games

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    Here are 7 more ideas 👉 Simon Says – this classic game involves one player being “Simon” and giving commands such as “Simon says touch your nose” while the other players follow the instructions. If Simon says something without starting with “Simon says,” then players shouldn’t follow the command. Another version of this game I…

  • Kolb experiential learning

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    Have you ever heard the term “hands-on” or discovery learning? What does it even mean? What theories are behind this expression? In the world of early childhood education, where young minds are rapidly developing, discovery learning is an important concept to understand. Especially, if you are new to this profession. It’s a concept that empowers…

  • Top Storytelling techniques for early childhood classrooms

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    Storytelling is a powerful tool for early childhood educators. It can help children to develop their imagination, creativity, and language skills. It can also teach them about different cultures, values and concepts. It evokes emotional response and simply one of the best tools teachers can use. The only problem we get stuck in the rut…

  • Music and mindfulness – win win!

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    Hey educators, here is my shout-out to a wonderful peer (we used to go to the same Monash Uni), who is working in a space of music and mindfulness. You can also find Kristy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mooversnshakersmusic/

  • Collaborative leadership & teamwork – the new EYLF principles

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    Hello educators! Please welcome the new principle from the EYLF 2.0 – which is based of distributed leadership model and support collaboration and teamwork. Simply put, leadership is not just something that directors or managers do, any educator can share aspects of leadership and stand up for a challenge. It is very democratic and empowering.…