List of the most popular hashtags for theme #INQUIRYLEARNING

Well it was bound to happen! We have currently 'sold out' of our Bamboo Construct & Roll™ sets. We will be getting a restock in July. If you need a set for a special gift before July please message us and we will send you a list of our stockists, so you can place an order with them (while their stock lasts). Love this little vid by @playartlearn _________________________ We are so encouraged by all the families and educators who are saying 'no to plastic' and getting on board by investing in sustainable toys made from materials like bamboo! They feel and look so much better too . . . . @honeybeetoys #handcraftedtoys #bambooconstructandroll #explorenook #futureengineers #kidengineers #stem #problemsolving #kindy #kindergarten#scienceforkids #explore #investigate #provocation #inquirylearning #openendedtoys #toy #openendedplay #sustainabletoys #playtime#educational#educationaltoys #bambootoys#childrenstoys #earlychildhood#looseparts #constructiontoys #ecofriendlygifts #naturaltoys

“I wonder why some leaves change colour and others don’t...” . . #reggioinspired ##reggioemiliainspired #reggioinfluenced #naturalclassroom #inspiredbynature #inquirybasedlearning #inquirethinklearn #wonderandintrigue #inquirylearning #learningthroughplay #handsonlearning #playingtolearn #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhoodmatters #kindy #processnotproduct #aussieteachers

As a parent & educator I want to give my children the best start I can. What's important? Personally I think it's taking those little moments in a busy day to provide opportunities for children to engage in explorative play. These moments have profound value. Little experiences over time add up to the lifetime gift of 'education'. Not only are we giving our children opportunities to develop skills & knowledge but we also are building a reservoir of positive childhood memories. These treasured memories will then be drawn on as they continue to echo throughout their adult life. @chaos_with_a_k . . . . #educators #littlemoments #parenteducator #futureengineers #kidengineers #stem #loveplay #earlychildhoodeducator #inquirylearning #openendedtoys #openendedplay #playtime#educational#educationaltoys #constructiontoys #constructiontoys #naturaltoysforkids #handcraftedtoys #lifetimevalue #treasuredmoments #treasuredmemories #treasuredchildhood #playallday #explorenook #bambooconstructandroll #lovekids

This is how electricity gets to your house. Starting on the right you have the power plant, then power lines, the transformer station, small power lines and then the house. Two builders labeled their creation.

Happy Friday It’s never too early to ‘treat yo self.’ Especially if they are the wooden cookies from @kmartaus! They even have icing in the middle of them. I have rounded up some of the best/cheapest pretend play baking toys on my recent blog post. I have also made some budget friendly, super cute delectables out of felt. Check out the post or have a look at one of my recent pictures. Even though they are made of felt, they still make me feel hungry (the donuts especially!). I hope you all have a great day! #friday #treatyoself

Open ended maths operations play. What does a number sentence need and can you make one ?The children worked with a partner to create number sentences for each other to solve. #walkerlearning #earlymathskills #reggioinspiredteachers #learningthroughplay #handsonlearning #yearoneteacher #gradeonefun #iteachfirst #mathsnoproblem #mathsisfun #continuousprovision #environmentasthirdteacher #openendedplay #inquirylearning #teachersofinstagram #perthteachersofinstagram #gradeonemath #mathexploration#mathsthroughplay #earlychildhoodeducation

Invitation to Explore the Alphabet Tree// After reading The Alphabet Tree by Leo Lionni we set out to integrate the literacy experience through loose parts play. In the story a fierce wind threatens to blow all the little letters out of the alphabet tree, they must band together in words—and then sentences—to create a message that's even stronger than the wind: peace on earth. With their newfound knowledge, there's nothing the letters can't do in this gentle parable about the power of the written word. This invitation to explore the alphabet tree was set up with loose parts from @discountschoolsupply. Sorting through loose parts such as letters, flat marbles, and wood cookies help the children learn the alphabet, recognize and differentiate between lowercase/uppercase letters, categorization when comparing letters, and creating words/their names. Loose parts are dynamic in nature, which brings about authenticity of ideas. The more variables an object offers the more possibilities and creativity the object will have. Children will have a higher level of learning and understanding of how things work. Invitations enhance a child's free creative play, exposure to sensory elements, requires concentration, and are truly relaxing and stimulating. . . . @joannebabalis, @creative_explorations @creativeplayideas and @nurturedinspirations. #CTInquiry #cti_invitationstoexplore #preschool #ilovealameda #alamedaca #earlylearning101 #bestofalameda #discountschoolsupply #powerofplay #powerofplay52 #getcreativewith #invitationtoexplore #childcareadventures #inquirybasedlearning #inquirylearning #inquirybased #loosepartsplay #earlyliteracy #earlyliteracymatters

A fun static electricity experiment to do at home.

Invitation to Explore Light Through Block Play// After reading the story Flashlight by Lizi Boyd wet set out the integrate the literacy experience through this invitation to explore with flash lights and @guidecraft_official Magnification and Treasure Blocks. In the story, inside a tent it's cozy. But what is going on outside? Is it dark? Is it scary? Not if you have your trusty flashlight! Told solely through images and using a spare yet dramatic palette, the exploration of night, nature, and art. This visual poem—like the flashlight beam itself—reveals that there is magic in the darkness. We just have to look for it.There is a natural progression of block play, children have to learn how to move and manipulate various shaped objects, big and small, as well as have the fine motor control to “click” them into place. Building toys help kids enhance their visual-spatial skills which is crucial for reading readiness. Encourages thinking and reasoning: These skills are what make children become well-rounded, independent and successful adults! Involves focus and patience: Children need to work slowly and carefully to be successful at creating their designs. Using the imagination boosts cognitive, academic, language and social growth. When building, kids need to decide what will or won’t work. Through building, children learn to experiment and make new discoveries about how things work. Often times kids play with their peers when building so it helps foster teamwork and cooperation. Builds confidence: Once that masterpiece is finished, children are so proud of their accomplishments. It increases their belief in themselves. . . . . @joannebabalis, @creative_explorations @creativeplayideas and @nurturedinspirations #CTInquiry #cti_invitationstoexplore #preschool #ilovealameda #alamedaca #earlylearning101 #bestofalameda #discountschoolsupply #powerofplay #powerofplay52 #getcreativewith #invitationtoexplore #childcareadventures #inquirybasedlearning #inquirylearning #inquirybased #blockplay #stemed #stemeducation #preschoolsteam #earlyliteracy