17 May 2001
One of the most appealing sites to look for patterns is
on the bodies of animals, writes Lena Engel Animals display wonderful
variations in pattern on their skin, feathers, scales,...
17 May 2001
An awareness of pattern is fundamental to a child's
learning in the early years. The early learning goal relating to pattern - 'talk
about, recognise and recreate simple patterns' -...
17 May 2001
As summer approaches it's the perfect time to try out a
topic on sailing boats and launch the children's work in an attractive display,
writes nursery nurse Nina Massey Ship...
17 May 2001
Reading a young child's feelings and responding
appropriately to them can be a tricky business for carers. Dr Richard Woolfson
offers some helpful advice We are, by nature, communicative -...
17 May 2001
Test your understanding of child development, or add to
it, by following the progress of Jasmine over the coming months. Each column
will note specific milestones and allow comparison of...