Autism, or autistic spectrum (AS) is a lifelong neuro-developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with, and relates to, other people. People with autism also interpret the world around them in a different way from 'neuro-typical' people. Children with autism tend to have limited spheres of interest and may be hyper-sensitive to sensory stimulation. Read more

This step-by-step guide will help you to create a fantastic winter-themed immersive learning environment that will inspire and engage children. The frozen-themed backdrop is a super quick way of creating an area that is beautiful, long-lasting and open-ended. Read more

A simple Halloween craft that children can enjoy. Quite often pumpkin carving requires a lot of muscle to scoop out the innards, and a very sharp knife to cut the detail. This idea, using apples, is an easier (and possibly safer) option. Once the apple heads are ready they need a good 2-3 weeks to shrivel and shrink - using them a whole year later is even better! Read more

Reinforce the curriculum’s objectives and help your children to appreciate the presence of technology that surrounds them in everyday life. Read more

This story illustrates a journey of how the nursery children at Eastfield Academy were inspired by the Woodland Friends set which encouraged creative play and learning. Written by Claire Lowery, Nursery Teacher and Associate Headteacher at Eastfield Academy in Northampton. Read more

How cute does this dragon look hatching from his handmade papier mache egg?! Make them for Dragons, Dinosaurs, Penguins - anything that hatches from an egg! Read more

A visit from Nicola and Alex from ACCT - Asperger’s Children and Carers Together. Read more

A Dyslexia friendly classroom includes a variety of teaching and learning strategies, enabling every child full access to the curriculum. Done in the right way you will encourage confidence and success, as well as helping children to develop good self-esteem. Read more

Imagine setting the scene for a learning journey with some giant dinosaur eggs - you can spark some excitement that will engage children, feed their imaginations and become a provocation for learning! Read more

Follow our simple guides to create cute characters from pom poms, plus, celebrate the onset of spring by making simple but beautiful blooms for classroom displays or gorgeous take home gifts! Read more

On the 1st of May many people all over the UK and in different parts of the world celebrate May Day. The celebration is to mark the coming of summer. It is a great opportunity to engage children through activities such as maypole dancing that support the key areas of learning. Read more

Natural materials provide a rich variety of textures and properties to compare and contrast. By providing the opportunity to explore these materials you are enabling children to make vital mathematical connections. Read more

Today's children are growing up surrounded by and becoming familiar with Digital Technology. Through play opportunities children can experience a range of resources that support their ICT knowledge and understanding as well as enhancing other key skills. Read more

Adorable and super-simple to create, these penguins require very little prep work. Recycle a plastic bottle and pillow stuffing for the large penguin or, if you're short on time, the cute fluffy chicks only take minutes to make. Once finished the penguins could be used as wintry display figures or form characters from a favourite story book. The same technique can then be used to make other characters - why not try making a polar bear, or add in a cardboard tube to make a giraffe? The possibilities are endless! Read more

Young children have powerful imaginations and are able to lead their own play and development when they are inspired by their environments. This can be something as simple as what nature has to offer. Read more

Make this impressive display piece using willow to create a big impact in your classroom or school reception area. It could be a whole-class project or a fantastic after school craft activity. Withies or willow comes in two types; quick soak and long soak. It’s easier to work with the quick soak type, and hosing them down with water outside works great. Put some plastic underneath to stop the water running away and keep soaking them every ten minutes or so. If you have a big water container to stand them in, that’s even better - the task becomes much easier! Read more