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Here are some links to helpful resources.

  • Words for Life | National Literacy Trust | Words for Life

  • What-to-expect-in-the-EYFS-complete-FINAL-16.09-compressed.pdf (foundationyears.org.uk)

    Maths - Parents play a crucial role in helping children develop mathematical skills during the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Here are some effective strategies to help your child excel in maths:

    Counting Everywhere: Incorporate counting into your daily routines and activities. Count toys, food items, steps, or people. This simple practice strengthens number recognition and builds a strong foundation for mathematical understanding.

    Game-based Learning: Engage your child in simple board games that involve counting. Encourage them to move their game piece across the board based on the number rolled on the dice. This interactive approach reinforces numerical concepts in a fun and engaging way.

    Shape Exploration: Encourage your child to identify and describe shapes in their surroundings. Point out shapes in everyday objects, such as circles in a clock or squares in a book. This helps develop their spatial awareness and lays the groundwork for geometry skills.

    Problem-Solving Opportunities: Provide opportunities for your child to solve everyday problems using maths. For instance, ask them to help count and compare objects when shopping or estimate quantities during cooking activities. This enhances their critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.

  • Approximate developmental maths progression

    Writing - Writing is an important lifelong skill. Children need to learn to write so they can communicate and express themselves. The below link identifies the stages children need to go through to be ready for writing.

  • the_building_blocks_of_writing_am_1_1.pdf

    Reading - Stories are an important part of life. Loving printed books and developing an enjoyment of looking at or hearing stories is an integral part of early years practice. Research shows that the amount of input young children receive from the adults around them makes a significant difference to how children learn to read and write. The following link identifies the stages children need to go through before being ready to read.

  • Building blocks of reading - Family HubFamily Hub

  • How to help your child get ready for starting school
  • Starting reception in Torbay - Family HubFamily Hub

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