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10 Tips for Your Child’s First Week of Primary School
The first week of primary school is a significant milestone for both children and parents. We know because our own daughter starts primary school this year. For all of us parents of lockdown babies It's a time filled with anticipation, excitement and sprinkled with a...
Boosting Early Numeracy Skills in Children Through Play
The role of play in early childhood development is so important, it is a vital component of learning, especially when it comes to developing early numeracy skills. Lots of playful activities lays a strong foundation for mathematical understanding and helps children...
Outdoor Activity Ideas for Kids Aged 2-10 years
The sun is finally shining! So we thought we’d write a guide with some exciting activities to inspire kids to get outside and connect with nature. From escapades in the garden to expeditions in the wilderness, there's something for every young adventurer to enjoy. So...
What is the multiplication tables check and how can you prepare
The Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) is a key stage 2 statutory assessment. This check is taken by children in June at the end of year 4. The The Multiplication Tables Check’s purpose is to ensure that each child’s times tables knowledge is at the expected level. The...
Developmental milestones: what to expect in your child’s first Year
Welcome to the incredible journey of parenthood! From those precious first smiles to those wobbly first steps, every moment just feels so incredible. The first year of a baby's life is filled with remarkable milestones, each one marking a new achievement and a step...
How to smash sensory play and why it’s important
Sensory play is a favourite in our house! We try to do some sensory play with our daughter at least a few times per week. We love watching our daughter develop and thrive through this type of play. Sensory play is a crucial part of a child’s learning and development...
How to celebrate World Earth Day with kids
How to celebrate World Earth Day with kids
How to teach children phonics
What is phonics and why is it so important? Phonics means using letter sounds to help you read words. It can be a bit daunting to work out how best to teach children their phonics. Decoding the phonics buzzwords Phonics: using individual letter sounds and groups of...
Benefits of science activities for kids
Children always have fun taking part in science experiments. They help to stimulate curious minds and offer a great introduction for young children to the wonders of the world around them. The early years is an important time to encourage curiosity and exploration and...
Our top tips to keep kids entertained on a long flight
How to keep kids entertained on a long fight
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We’re the founders of Little Scholars Playground. We create diverse childrens books and learning resources. Between us we have 20 years experience of working in the Stem industry, so we’re also passionate about encouraging young black children to embrace STEM.
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24 fun Christmas advent activities
Spread the Christmas cheer and have fun with the kids, especially on those rainy days with our fun FREE pack of 24 Christmas activities. The pack includes fun things like a Christmas memory card game, make a homemade snow globe and make Santa out of paper plates. This pack would also be great for a December 1st box.
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Time to count
This activity sheet will introduce maths to your little scholar in a fun way and get them started with learning to count.
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