Anyone who comes to one of our Whoosh messy play sessions will know that I love creating many different kinds of dough. Children love handling, smelling and playing with dough… mind you, so do the adults! And… using playdough with young children offers so many benefits! Benefits …
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Spotlight on: The Rotation Schema
This is the third in a series of spotlight blogs on schemas. Schemas are repeated patterns and actions that are observed in children’s play which change and develop over time. These help children to practise, make connections with their learning and make sense of the world around them. In this …
Spotlight on: The Transporting Schema
This is the second in a series of spotlight blogs on schemas. Schemas are repeated patterns and actions that are observed in children's play which change and develop over time. These help children to practise, make connections with their learning and make sense of the world around them. In this …
Spotlight on Schemas Series: The Trajectory Schema
What is a schema? A schema is a pattern of repeated behaviour which is demonstrated through play and exploration. It helps children make sense of things and is part of a developmental process. In this series of spotlight blogs on schemas, Whoosh Learning will help you to identify the different …
Whoosh- It’s Christmas time. A time to celebrate!
Whoosh - it's Christmas! I love this time of year for SO many reasons, including: decorating my tree. My tree is full of memories from over the years with handmade decorations, photos of loved ones and decorations from past pupils.making wreaths (see photo) and painting my own …