Creative environments - nurturing potential in the early years
This conference will examine creative practice inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach.
Edinburgh. Cost: from 90. Contact Radha Singh on 0131 222 2438 or rsingh@childreninscotland.org.uk.
6 June
Storysacks workshop
Learn how to bring stories to life with the creator of Storysacks, Neil Griffiths.
Reading. Cost: from 50. Call the National Centre for Language and Literacy on 0118 378 8820 or visit www.ncll.org.uk.
8 June
Music in the early years
An introduction to the Kodaly method of involving young children in music activities, including practical singing games and rhymes.
Melrose. Cost: 70. Contact Alison Rowan on 0131 222 2405 or e-mail arowan@childreninscotland.org.uk.
FUNdamental language and communication: enjoyable literacy activities for the Foundation Stage
Ideas for engaging environments and activities to support language skills.
Reading. Cost: From 100. Call the National Centre for Language and Literacy on 0118 378 8820 or visit www.ncll.org.uk.
9 June
Storytelling in the early years
This course will focus on the art, techniques and educational value of storytelling.
London. Cost: 100. For information or an application form, contact INSET on 020 7612 6589 or email cpd.inset@ioe.ac.uk.
11 June
Observing young children
Looking at observation as an essential tool for all early years practitioners for supporting children in a nursery environment.
York. Cost: 54. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638 or e-mail steve@sjtait.fsnet.co.uk.
