It’s all over the news this week about the negative impact of lockdowns on children’s speech and language skills. And as a result, I’ve had a few enquiries about strategies to help children at home with their speech, language and communication development from parents and the press. First […]
The majority of children across the U.K have been learning at home since the start of this year due to the pandemic. Schools in England are now set to re-open fully to all pupils from March 8th and whilst many children are excited about their return, there are […]
Play is so important for all children and not just because it’s enjoyable, but it’s how children of all abilities and ages first learn. Generations of children’s play is rooted in key developmental learning. For example, hide and seek and peekaboo both teach children an array of skills […]
I review a lot of books on the SEN Resources Blog and as a result I am often asked for my recommendations of books; particularly educational books that teaching professionals can use to further their understanding of Special Educational Needs. One such area that many teachers want to […]
In my experience, raising, caring for and teaching children is absolutely wonderful but it is also incredibly hard work. Whilst children are navigating their understanding of the world, their own ability to communicate, their emotions and even hormones it takes a lot of patience as adults to stay […]
Supporting, caring for and teaching children with Special Educational Needs is something I’m incredibly passionate about. I believe the key to doing this well involves listening to and taking advice from parents (they are often the experts of their own children) as well as any other professionals involved in […]
I’ve been thinking a lot about this recently, due to kids picking up various viruses and us having to stay in a bit more than normal, is it OK for them to be a bit bored? And I’ve come to the conclusion, that despite my ‘mum guilt’ whispering […]
If you’re stuck for ideas for a free activity with the children over the summer holidays, why not try going on a minibeast hunt? Not only does it provide a purpose to a walk (and escape from screen time!) but there are many skills that can be developed […]
Gross motor skills are important skills needed for every day tasks such as standing and walking. What’s the difference between gross and fine motor skills? Unlike Fine Motor Skill Activitie which require the small muscles in the hands and fingers, Gross Motor skill activities use the larger, core stabilising […]
I was honoured to be asked to write an article for the children’s book publisher- Imagine That. Here’s a sample of what I wrote: I’m Georgina, mum of two, qualified teacher/SENCo and I run The SEN Resources Blog (www.senresourcesblog.com). It will come as no surprise therefore, that I […]
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