Kate HodgekissApr 18, 20233 minWhat is Scaffolding Really? Vygotsky with BrunerIn the early childhood sector, the term ‘scaffolding’, has become synonymous with the work of Lev Vygotsky. When asked what theories...
Kate HodgekissJan 21, 20205 minSpace Design In Early Childhood - 5 things to think about... The focus on EC environments is nothing new, but the approaches evolve as research increases. Check out 5 things to consider in your design
Kate HodgekissJun 24, 20194 minStrip It Back - Why I choose a calmer classroom approachBack when I first started teaching (all those years ago!) I used to love to fill the walls of my classroom with an array of children’s...
Kate HodgekissAug 20, 20183 minEmotional Development - 4 Factors to ConsiderWith the introduction of the Early Years Learning Framework (2009) we have seen an increased emphasis on children’s emotional and social...