So, I thought I'd start up the blog again just to collate information.
Another crisis, another lock down with blogging time!
For parents and carers, there is a big worry about how to pass the time. To be honest, especially for the younger members of the family, the key word is PLAY. Let them discover new things through observation:
Go to www.twinkl.co.uk/offer and then enter the code. If you're unsure, there is a video link through their Facebook page on how to do it.
One home learning mum has written this and it's amazing! It will de-stress a lot of worried parents.
https://www.discoverwildlife.com/news/national-trust-free-coronavirus/?fbclid=IwAR2tlFLeFkJLticGnRsnlBUHgM3Wy59IeHrdGK7JxSJ2NTdHX9XvUO9EfeE
Another crisis, another lock down with blogging time!
For parents and carers, there is a big worry about how to pass the time. To be honest, especially for the younger members of the family, the key word is PLAY. Let them discover new things through observation:
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One home learning mum has written this and it's amazing!
It will de-stress a lot of worried parents.
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- Watch the clouds pass by, what shape are they? Can you draw them?
- Can you hear the birds? Count them, learn their names, feed them and observe their behaviour.
- Plant some seeds, watch them grow. KALE, SPINACH, JAPANESE TURNIP, LETTUCE & RADISHES all grow in about 8 weeks or even less.
- Or grow some sprouts - all you need are kitchen towels and seeds.
- Remember some vegetables are 'cut & grown again' like celery or lettuce or fennel. Put the base of the vegetable in water after you have eaten them and watch the roots grow
- Also on offer are FREE Twinkl resources for a month. If you have never used this it is a fantastic hub for resources for teachers & parents alike.
Basically the free code is CVDTWINKLHELPS
Go to www.twinkl.co.uk/offer and then enter the code. If you're unsure, there is a video link through their Facebook page on how to do it.
One home learning mum has written this and it's amazing! It will de-stress a lot of worried parents.
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And below are just some screenshots I found along the way. As you will see, the activities do not need to be taxing. Follow your child's lead and mould the learning into what they want to do.
- Outdoor Learning Made Easy are also offering free resources for parents. https://www.outdoorlearningmadeeasy.co.uk/outdoor-learning-made-easy-news/free-parent-member-resources-to-help-ease-stress-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/?fbclid=IwAR0beZ61G52p9Z86cgRfVC-aA8wDdNNwOER2VCo-o3HBlXHotd92IvqpIJA
- AND this guy has a great page on Facebook - 'Forest School in the Home & Garden' as well as a YouTube channel that he is developing. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZCIRyP2eX56UaUCL8vISQ?fbclid=IwAR1ca9bieCGdUEjFoupRkMpEjf2X3cJHxxBoGif3hWjl2Mi2I0IQuYA3FJE&app=desktop
- I saw a great activity this morning - cut out one pair of hands and one pair of feet X as many as you want. Line them up , so row 1 could be left hand, left foot, right hand, right foot and then change it for the next row and the next row . Make it as long as you like and stick them to the ground. It's a challenge to follow as you try and go faster and faster ! (if anyone tries this send me a pic to share!)
- Virtual Museum tours - This one is for all ages!! https://www.southernliving.com/syndication/museums-with-virtual-tours?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=southernliving_southernliving&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_term=1878E92E-6542-11EA-AAAC-CF782FEB5590&fbclid=IwAR04uimZxgM_ojb3Zj5VHGw6fw7fE3YKHxFeXb2f2Zt7PZt6QJQkWNOYV2o
- More outdoor learning ideas - One month free membership - https://themuddypuddleteacher.co.uk/muddy-subscriptions/?fbclid=IwAR1c05__fj-vuukCze94VA0PG4sEaEetC_NgJ29wGHVI9rEfhgoJzpSZGgc
- Scholastic has HEAPS of ideas too and for free - https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html
- Three reception teachers got together to create THIS - it's brill: (Well done Stephanie Barry, Annie Belcher & Cristina Ristano)
- And one month free subscription HERE to more outdoor learning methods and resources- https://themuddypuddleteacher.co.uk
https://www.discoverwildlife.com/news/national-trust-free-coronavirus/?fbclid=IwAR2tlFLeFkJLticGnRsnlBUHgM3Wy59IeHrdGK7JxSJ2NTdHX9XvUO9EfeE
- And this is superb - a link to a page with SOOOOO many more links for you! Museums,activities, languages .. https://chatterpack.net/blogs/blog/list-of-online-resources-for-anyone-who-is-isolated-at-home
- One of my personal favourite activities is SALT DOUGH!!! You can make virtually ANYTHING!!1 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup water. Leave it to dry (1-2 days, or bake it - I personally like to wait for it to dry itself. Paint it et voila! I have made beads before and then made loads of necklaces. And I have even made a MAP using the salt dough to learn about topology. The options are endless.
- And my own favourite activities which you could easily make indoors with things brought back from your daily walks
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- For the ADULTS - use this time to read those books, do some yoga & MEDITATE - This period can wreak havoc on our minds, so please take good care of yourselves (I recommend Yoga with Adriene on YouTube) https://yogawithadriene.com
- My friend has a meditation ready for you here especially for your health and protection- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i2aK8hMDiA&t=4s
- Get on Skype/whatsapp and catch up with old friends. Check in on your folks and elders (via phone etc.)
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