An EYFS Teacher’s Guide to Immersive, Multicultural Winter Learning Early years children are natural anthropologists, endlessly curious about how others live, celebrate, and find joy. This unit transforms your setting into a kaleidoscope of winter light, where children discover that December darkness is illuminated differently around the world. By exploring 12 lesser-known winter festivals, we … Read more
The holidays are the perfect time to get creative with your little ones! These 21 Christmas tree crafts are designed specifically for 5-year-olds, with simple steps and plenty of room for imagination. Most use materials you already have at home, and each one is sure to bring festive fun to your family. 1. Paper Plate … Read more
Hey there, fellow early years warriors! If you’re anything like me, the first whiff of cinnamon and pine needles in November has you scrambling for ways to blend the magic of Christmas with the everyday wonders of learning. As an EYFS teacher who’s spent more Decembers knee-deep in glitter than I care to count, I … Read more
Let’s be honest: another advent calendar filled with tiny chocolates that taste like disappointment wrapped in foil? Your students (and their parents) have seen it all before. But what if December’s classroom Christmas countdown could become a daily dose of kindness, creativity, laughter, and connection instead of a sugar rush before lunch? These 15 DIY … Read more
Christmas Craft Activities Picture this: it’s the week before winter break, glitter is somehow already in your hair (and it’s only Monday), and you’ve got 25 eager faces waiting to create holiday magic. Whether you’re teaching neurotypical students, supporting diverse learners, or working with mixed-ability groups, finding Christmas crafts that work for everyone can feel … Read more
Lapland UK Accessibility Guide for Autism-Friendly Visits Welcome to the world of Christmas, where today we’re telling you about the enchanting experience of Lapland UK, but with a focus on making it a magical trip for our autistic children. In this article, we’ve sought to bring you the top tips to ensure a visit to … Read more
Winter Rhyming Words – Frosty Fun for Little Ones! Welcome to the magical world of Winter Rhyming Words! As the snow falls and the world turns into a winter wonderland, it’s the perfect time to introduce your little ones to the joy of language through playful rhymes. These carefully selected winter-themed words not only capture … Read more
A Jolly Good Time with Santa at the Margate Caves Grotto. Ho, ho, ho! Gather ’round, fellow parents, because I have a festive tale to tell! If you’re looking for the ultimate Santa grotto experience in Kent, then look no further than the Margate Caves. This year we took our little elves aged 3 and … Read more
You Might Be a Reindeer: Dressing Up EYFS and PMLD Sensory Story A quick and simple dressing-up sensory story. You Might Be a Reindeer! This is really easy to create for an EYFS, SLD or PMLD classroom activity for the winter term. You may also like our You Might Be Santa and You Might Be … Read more
The holidays present a magical time of year for classrooms to engage students with joyful learning activities. An Elf on the Shelf is the perfect way to add festive excitement while creatively reinforcing academic skills and concepts. Having an elf appear overnight to leave behind math games, science experiments, reading activities, and everything in between … Read more
Jingle All the Way to a Christmas Word Wall List The holiday season provides a fun opportunity for young learners to build their vocabulary through exposure to a festive new words list. There are so many joyful activities centring around the sights, sounds, tastes and traditions of Christmas time. Why not capitalise on this natural … Read more
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