Home Learning Hub
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Webinars – Home Learning HubDue to popular demand, we're pleased to share bite sized versions of Dr Gummer's webinars on helping children thrive during this uncertain period
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Printable Colouring and Activity Sheets – Home Learning HubOur Printable Colouring and Activity shares trusted, fun and educational resources from those looking to support children's learning during school closures.
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Play Ideas and Weekly Activity Packs – Home Learning HubWe will be creating FREE weekly activity plans and play ideas to help parents and families to find fun ways to learn and develop!
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FAQs and Top Tips for Parents and Families – Home Learning HubDr Amanda Gummer answers a number of pressing questions which have arisen over the past week and how home learning can be fun and educational for children!
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Other Learning Resources – Home Learning HubOur 'Other Learning Resources' shares trusted, fun and educational resources from those looking to support children's learning during school closures.
Latest News
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How to talk to children about racismWith the Black Lives Matter movement bringing to the forefront issues that have been hidden in the background for a
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How to help children thrive at school post-lockdownBy Dr Amanda Gummer, Founder and CEO of Dr Gummer’s Good Play Guide Going back to school in September,
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How to Handle Back to School Anxiety as Schools ReopenMany parents are now or will soon be faced with the decision on whether to send their child back to
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Play At Home Fest- the fun hasn’t stopped!Our first #PlayAtHomeFest was a resounding success. See how much fun we had with our showreel and if you missed it, don’t
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Eight tips for handling Mothering Sunday when a child has lost their mumFor many, Mothering Sunday or Mother’s Day encourages us to thank the women who love and raised us. But for
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Connected toys and internet safetyThe last few years have seen a huge rise in ‘connected’ toys and while we are seeing firsthand how they
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The Good Toy Guide’s 10 STEM ToysScience, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM), in one way or another, is the backbone of most things in the world
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How to keep children safe with parental controlsOur world is more connected than ever and with today being Safer Internet Day, it is important that we
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The Importance of contact with your kidsWith National Hugging Day around the corner, let’s consider the many developmental benefits of a simple ‘hug’. Benefits
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How to support STEM learning with open-ended playIf you worry that your child doesn’t play with enough educational toys and games, you are not alone!
Toys & Play
- Play At Home Fest- the fun hasn’t stopped!
Our first #PlayAtHomeFest was a resounding success. See how much fun we had with our showreel and if you missed it, don’t
- How to support STEM learning with open-ended play
If you worry that your child doesn’t play with enough educational toys and games, you are not alone!
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Why play doesn’t have to be ‘educational’ to prepare children for schoolLet's look at why board and card games are a brilliant way for children to develop skills but have fun with their family too!
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Why board and card games are an important part of a pre-schooler’s playtimeLet's look at why board and card games are a brilliant way for children to develop skills but have fun with their family too!
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Three fun outdoor activities for kidsWhen you are at a loss on activities for youngsters that do not involve tablets, phones, and other tech thingamajigs, then you might like to consider outdoor play.
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Is Slime Safe and are there any Alternatives to Slime?If you're worried about the safety of slime, remember it can be a learning tool for kids and making it at home can provide many educational opportunities!
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10 fun games to play in the rainThere’s nothing I love more than getting my children outside – even when it’s raining. In fact, we particularly like
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The Parent Survival Guide to the Summer HolidaysCheck out our survival guide on getting the entire summer holidays with the kids! Find inspiration for play ideas and activities to enjoy with your child!
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Fun gardening inspired activities for kids to tryChildren can learn new skills, have fun, play and develop self-confidence by spending time in the garden tending plants and growing their own food.
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Eight Physical Activities for Energetic ToddlersActive games for energetic toddlers Toddlers are positively buzzing with energy most of the time! Here are some simple activities
Apps & Digital
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Playing violent video games has no link to teenage aggressionWhen looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is
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How to end screen-time battles with a Balanced Play DietEdited by Dr Amanda Gummer Many parents complain to us that it’s a real battle to get children interested in anything other
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Fortnite – some advice for parentsFortnite is quickly taking over the world as the most popular video game but what is it and should my child be playing it?
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Seven children’s play ideas using your smartphone(Pssst….you don’t even need to download an app for these!) You can’t escape from it, even if you want
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How to keep my pre-teen safe on social media?The world around us is becoming more digital every day, particularly seen as of late with the rise of digital
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Apps to Support Children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)Take a look at these Approved and Recommended Apps from the Good App Guide to help support children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)
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Facebook to Introduce Digital safety Ambassadors schemes to Combat CyberbullyingFacebook has announced a new partnership with charities, Childnet International and the Diana Award, to help combat cyberbullying
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Should children play on apps while in the car?Car journeys can be challenging with children; boredom soon sets in and the whinges and choruses of ‘are we nearly
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What are ‘Letter X’ and ‘Yellow’?We take a look at the Snapchat Bullying Game and Tinder-Like App Parents Need to Know About to protect their children online.
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What parents need to know about sextingSexting is becoming increasingly common amongst teenagers today and whilst it may seem like harmless fun to them, they must know of the risks involved.
Child Development advice
- Play At Home Fest- the fun hasn’t stopped!
Our first #PlayAtHomeFest was a resounding success. See how much fun we had with our showreel and if you missed it, don’t
- The Importance of contact with your kids
With National Hugging Day around the corner, let’s consider the many developmental benefits of a simple ‘hug’. Benefits
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The Importance of Balanced Play to a Child’s DevelopmentDr Amanda Gummer and Fundamentally Children have joined forces with The Entertainer to promote balanced play and why it is crucial for
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What are the different types of Homeschooling?Welcome to our introductory series on Homeschooling where we are taking a look at the different types of homeschooling methods. In
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Suitability and readiness to start HomeschoolingWelcome to our introductory series on Homeschooling where we are taking a look at the emergence of homeschooling. In the second part of our
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Why are school break times shorter now than 20 years ago?For most children, school break times are the highlight of the school day. But according to a long term study
- Three fun outdoor activities for kids
When you are at a loss on activities for youngsters that do not involve tablets, phones, and other tech thingamajigs, then you might like to consider outdoor play.
- Playing violent video games has no link to teenage aggression
When looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is
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Can collectibles be a force for good?Collecting seems to be a particularly popular pastime among children. In an ongoing poll carried out by Babycentre.com, 8 out of
- How to end screen-time battles with a Balanced Play Diet
Edited by Dr Amanda Gummer Many parents complain to us that it’s a real battle to get children interested in anything other
Parenting advice
- How to talk to children about racism
With the Black Lives Matter movement bringing to the forefront issues that have been hidden in the background for a
- How to help children thrive at school post-lockdown
By Dr Amanda Gummer, Founder and CEO of Dr Gummer’s Good Play Guide Going back to school in September,
- The Importance of contact with your kids
With National Hugging Day around the corner, let’s consider the many developmental benefits of a simple ‘hug’. Benefits
- The Importance of Balanced Play to a Child’s Development
Dr Amanda Gummer and Fundamentally Children have joined forces with The Entertainer to promote balanced play and why it is crucial for
- What are the different types of Homeschooling?
Welcome to our introductory series on Homeschooling where we are taking a look at the different types of homeschooling methods. In
- Suitability and readiness to start Homeschooling
Welcome to our introductory series on Homeschooling where we are taking a look at the emergence of homeschooling. In the second part of our
- Playing violent video games has no link to teenage aggression
When looking for someone to blame as a result of a mass shooting or acts of extreme violence, there is
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Children’s exposure to TV ads for age-restricted products is fallingA new study from the Advertising Standards Authority has revealed that between 2013 and 2017 children’s exposure to TV ads has
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The ‘healthy’ fruit snacks with as much sugar as sweets and fizzy drinksMany parents who are trying to make healthier choices for their children are being misled by high sugar foods claiming to be healthy snacks.
- Can collectibles be a force for good?
Collecting seems to be a particularly popular pastime among children. In an ongoing poll carried out by Babycentre.com, 8 out of
