Start of day two key note Prof Iram Siraj

Just about to start first key note Prof Theodora Papatheodorou. I'm presenting our SCoTENS research on Wednesday morning. Cross-border Communities of Practice to enhance student experience.

One of the loveliest things as an author is when people say that they love your work, as happened to me yesterday. No one is ever going to say this about AI. 🤷‍♀️

Watch and learn. 👀 🧠 I’ve written often about how infants learn language not just with their ears, but with their eyes. But I’ve rarely run across a better video example than this lovely moment shared to IG by seanandcaitlin. (Thread 🧵)

Oh I'd love to grow sweetpeas, happy memories from childhood. Any tips?

Looking forward to tonight's webinar. A really important and often under researched area. Amazing it is cross-international. @sachapowell.bsky.social @froebelpartnership.bsky.social @intfroebelsociety.bsky.social

Ethical research practices are so important and I’m proud of the work we do on our MA @crecuk.bsky.social to ensure this ethical code is lived out in practice:

Our Reflection with Guidance toolkit asserts that it is important to explore how play makes use of and is part of networks involving the everyday experiences of a child’s life. Take a look at our case studies here: thefroebelpartnership.co.uk/toolkit/netw...

A wonderful weekend with fabulous Froebelian’s at the National Froebel Network Gathering ~ “Strong Foundations for Growth” Always an uplifting experience looking outwards whilst networking & learning from others. 💕

Did you know play is as vital for the brain as food and water? Join Alex on Monday to delve into neuroscience of play, emotional systems that shape childhood, & how to support wellbeing. You don’t need to live in Scotland to join us! Book at www.tickettailor.com/events/plays... #ScotEduSky #EduSky

It's National Pet Month! This article - Pedagogical principles for successful animal-assisted interactions in the early years by Helen Lewis & Russell Grigg - talks about the importance of animals within early years settings. buff.ly/b2dXihH #NationalPetMonth

Happy birthday to Froebel - and perfect that I’m spending today prepping for an exciting new publication with @froebelpartnership.bsky.social @sallycave.bsky.social @crecuk.bsky.social

Studying #unity through a #Frobelian lense and enjoying this incredibly interesting chapter. I am struck by how much of Froebel's early writings refer to God and unity with God. I want to know more and delve deeper. It's so interesting. #Froebel #pedagogy #earlyyears

It was wonderful to deliver a clay workshop this weekend at the @froebeltrust.bsky.social conference with the lovely @katesmithok.bsky.social I learnt, I listened and I thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you Kate for being such a great partner 💚🍃

Bank holiday reading 😊

Absolutely agree great research

So sad amazing inspiration to us all

Looks great @mennagodfrey.bsky.social good luck

Froebel Presentation Evening looks to be an interesting event full of inspiration, reflection & meaningful practice rooted in children’s play, agency & development. With contributions from Dr Marion Burns & Lysa Thomson, it’s sure to be thought-provoking. Gutted to miss it! #Froebel #ScotEduSky

I'm going to quote post this again because I still see teachers enthusing about AI. Please don't ignore the environmental damage even if you're okay with the theft of copyright. ⬇️

WOW 10,000 DOWNLOADS! We’re absolutely buzzing with excitement that Play Matters has officially hit 10K downloads! Thank you to every educator, parent, and play advocate who has joined the movement and shared the message. Let’s keep championing Play www.early-years-reviews.com/play-matters

Congratulations

Something big is coming for the Early Years… We’re excited to announce that we have been working on something truly special for the Early Childhood sector. We can’t share all the details just yet, but trust us, you’re going to want to be part of this. Foundations matter 1st July 2025

I'm doing a #FreeGiveaway of my latest book "The Ultimate Guide to Adaptive Teaching" to celebrate its publication! Repost this message to enter. Winner announced on 10th April. UK only. #EduSky #inclusion

Research Study 4: Sullivan et al. (2012) investigated grandmother involvement in the lives of autistic grandchildren. Grandparents can play an important supportive role in the family, including as advocates for their grandchildren’s needs. doi.org/10.1111/j.14... #AutismAcceptanceMonth #grandparents

Empathy begins early. This month I’m partnering with the UK’s Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood to celebrate the release of the Centre’s new social-emotional framework, Shaping Us (see link below). And today we’re looking at Nurturing Relationships.

Chapter 6 in #PlayMatters is all about play and SEND. Its widely believe that play becomes even more crucial when a child has SEND. This is the clip that accompanies the chapter: www.sirenfilms.co.uk/library/play... ...watch out for the shaving foam! #SEND #play #sensoryplay #eymatters #PlayMatters

Our Reflection with Guidance toolkit helps educators improve their understanding of children & themselves through reflective observation and discussion. It includes case studies demonstrating how educators can the toolkit's prompts to discuss & reflect. Find the case studies here: bit.ly/409EVJh

📄 New article in the EECERJ: Page, Jools, Jodi Roffey-Barentsen, and Peter Clough. 2025. “COVID-19: Everyday Stories of Life in Lockdown as Told by Parents of Young Children in England.” buff.ly/cP2C6Lw #AcademicResearch #JournalArticle #ResearchFindings #NewResearch #EECERJ

I am so sorry to hear your sad news @aaronearlyyears.bsky.social sending hugs to you and your family

All booked and really looking forward to presenting @marcellatowler.bsky.social

Incorporating drawing, singing & dancing into lessons isn’t just fun, it’s grounded in neuroscience & pedagogy. Reggio Emilia reminds us of 100 languages of children, movement, music & mark-making are powerful ways children express, explore & understand the world. #ScotEduSky #EduSky #PlayMatters

Today is International Wood Day! To celebrate, I'm giving away a free place on my online early childhood woodwork CPD course. irresistible-learning.co.uk/woodwork-cpd... I'll choose randomly from those that comment or repost. Bang on!

Please keep sharing with early years colleagues! #PlayMatters

It’s time to come together. Our youngest children deserve more, more unity, more advocacy, more action. That starts with us. Let’s put our differences aside. Let’s stand side by side. Because real change only happens when we move as one. I’m willing. Are you? #EarlyYears

Early years experts create guide to highlight importance of play www.nurseryworld.co.uk/content/news...

So sorry to hear this @aaronearlyyears.bsky.social wishing you all well

Reminder! 📢 I’m chairing 'How Creative Research Methods Challenge Power Dynamics in Knowledge Production', for @policypress.bsky.social soon. Secure your spot today! 📅 24.03.2025 | 📍 Zoom Register here: bristol-ac-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #CRMethods #AcademicSky #PhDSky

I'm thrilled to be speaking to @danwuori.bsky.social next Thursday, 20 March at 12:30! 🐥 We'll be discussing all things related to his new book, his wonderful daily videos on child development, and early years policy. ➡️ Sign up at the link here: www.nesta.org.uk/event/what-w...

Read, read, read with your baby. This lovely example was shared to FB by Baby Love.

British Science Week is about #smashingstereotypes ‘Children from low income backgrounds ‘make poor progress in science at every stage of their school careers’. My latest column for TES considers how we should tackle this in early years. www.tes.com/magazine/tea... @britsciassoc.bsky.social

Here's a gentle reminder to register at the early bird rate by 29 March. The full programme is on the website now, too, including presentations/workshops & excursions. 🤩 #froebel @froebeltrust.bsky.social www.uni-erfurt.de/erziehungswi...

Thank you for having us! 🤗💫 Andddd for the lovely @ucc.ie gifts!!

Moved over to @bsky.app - check out our recent publication: Page, J., Roffey-Barentsen, J., & Clough, P. (2025). COVID-19: everyday stories of life in lockdown as told by parents of young children in England. European Early Childhood Education Research Journal, 1–15. doi.org/10.1080/1350...

Absolutely - on both counts ⬇️ more funding to support EY workforce and mandatory child development within ITT

1 day left for Play Matters: One More Sleep! 🥳 Tomorrow is the day! Play Matters Guide 2025 launches, bringing expert insights, research, and inspiration to champion play in early childhood. 🎉 Are you ready? Drop a 🎈 if you’re excited! #1DayToGo #PlayMatters #LaunchDayTomorrow

Frustration amongst students trying to return Froebel's fifth gift to its box in workshops. One wondered "how can a child do this if an 18yr old can't?". Would love to discuss with other Froebelians #Froebel @dralisonmoore.bsky.social @helwasmuth.bsky.social @lintonlass.bsky.social

Tidy up time and children's rights 🚸 in early childhood @nathanarcher.bsky.social www.linkedin.com/pulse/billys...