For any teacher or school wanting to set up a buddy scheme, or to explore the possibility of doing so, this book contains some useful suggestions, ideas and guidelines. Even if a school did not wish to adopt the buddy system itself, the book contains useful material relating to citizenship and specific problems, like bullying which makes it a potentially useful resource for teachers and schools in general' - Early Education
Peer buddy systems have been demonstrated as very successful with older students. Positive effects are recognized for the individuals...
For any teacher or school wanting to set up a buddy scheme, or to explore the possibility of doing so, this book contains some useful suggestions, ide...
Using stories about life events, Margaret Collins focuses on the needs of 4-9 year olds, and the ways in which they can express concerns, anxieties and grief. She also provides helpful advice for children and adults about how to help others when they are experiencing such difficulties' - SENCO Update
When a child faces a problem with health or disability we are quick to offer support or change our expectations. Sadness, distress, anxiety, whether transient or long-term, can have significant effects on every child but they are invisible and the support or...
Using stories about life events, Margaret Collins focuses on the needs of 4-9 year olds, and the ways in which they can express concerns, anxieties an...
This book helps children enjoy greater success in other content areas as they learn about rhythm and chants, music, instruments, art, ring games, and story projects.
This book helps children enjoy greater success in other content areas as they learn about rhythm and chants, music, instruments, art, ring games, and ...
There is a growing awareness that healthy eating plays a crucial role in the development of young people. 'Healthy Schools' and popular television programs have raised the interest in this subject.Margaret draws on her practical experience to produce a book that will engage children in activities and provide teachers with the resources necessary to stimulate interest.There are nine themes including breakfast, dinner and parties and celebration. Each theme has a Circle Time start, a draw-and-talk or draw-and-write activity followed by activities which include 'Let's Grow It' and 'Let's Make...
There is a growing awareness that healthy eating plays a crucial role in the development of young people. 'Healthy Schools' and popular television ...
Written for anyone using Circle Time with 3 to 7 year olds, this book sets out strategies and activities for making the most out of Circle Time sessions. Pre and post-activities are included, to encourage children to focus on the content of Circle Time as a way of sharing their work, ideas and thoughts.
The book provides 11 different themes that can be linked to PSHCE, ranging from Caring for Others to Keeping Safe. Each theme provides:
o aims
o Circle Time activities
o Draw and Talk
o follow-up activities and suggestions for display
o...
Written for anyone using Circle Time with 3 to 7 year olds, this book sets out strategies and activities for making the most out of Circle Time sessio...
Just the Same on the Inside: Understanding Diversity and Supporting Inclusion in Circle Time, with Juan Bornman's series of stories about children with disabilities, presents explanations of the nature and causes of their difficulties to help children improve understanding and relationships with their peers.
This resource also provides information for adults about the disability or difference, and Circle Time activities for young people aged 6 to 8 and 8 to 11.
This book can provide a term's work on...
Just the Same on the Inside: Understanding Diversity and Supporting Inclusion in Circle Time, with...
Although target at educators working with young children, this book lends itself to use with older primary pupils and, with some careful attention being paid to the issues of age appropriateness', to a wide range of children with learning difficulties, including those attending special schools' - SENCO Update
The guidance is clear, practical and teacher-friendly and encapsulates current best primary practice' - TES Extra for Special Needs
Bullying establishes itself as soon as young children begin to engage in social groups - someone...
Although target at educators working with young children, this book lends itself to use with older primary pupils and, with some careful attention bei...
Following the success of Margarets book Because We're Worth It, she has developed a series of activity sheets for children to start work on in school and to complete at home with parent/ca/carer support. Not only do the activities involve the adult but they also emphasise the importance of families as promoters of self-esteem.
There are 10 sets of take home sheets covering:
- self identity
- self-worth
- body language
- intercommunication
- friendship
- feelings
- being confident
- empathy and sympathy
-...
Following the success of Margarets book Because We're Worth It, she has developed a series of activity sheets for children to start work on in school ...
