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We'll be blogging every few days about various topics, so come back soon to see more!

Teaching in a post-covid world

19 December 2022

Covid19 has brought huge effects on our world. None more so than in the education provisions and schools across the country.
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Me, you and the world too

18 December 2022 By Corin Redsell & Yellow Door

The children we support inhabit a fast-moving and rapidly changing world. While this is inescapable, there are better ways to learn than rushing headlong into busyness.
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What is Strep A, and how can it be prevented?

15 December 2022 By The YPO Team

As most of us have seen in the news recently, Strep A, or Strep Throat, is on the rise, especially in young, school-aged children. Read below to find out what Strep A is, along with our top tips to stay safe this winter flu season, to help prevent Strep A from entering your household.
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Christmas crafting with POSCA

30 November 2022 By Ella Johnston & Ella Johnston

Get crafty with POSCA this festive season with three easy to create crafts, ideal for the classroom and beyond. Create DIY Christmas tree jars and easy decorative Christmas cards with POSCA paint markers.
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Motivational mark making

29 November 2022 By The YPO Team

With the help of these mark making activities, even the most reluctant writers will be encouraged to develop important muscle groups and motor skills. All whilst having a blast and expanding their imaginations.
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Does body awareness really matter?

28 November 2022 By Learn Well

Body awareness is the foundation of all our motor skills, and it continues to develop throughout childhood, right up to the age of about 11. So, this is an important area to work on right through early years and primary school years.
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Understanding our world

25 November 2022 By Oliver Wright - SLT Segment Manager at Twinkl

Our world can be a confusing and bewildering place. At times we all get overwhelmed and feel the need for a greater level of understanding. Whether you’re a new child in reception, a ‘big kid’ in year five, a new teacher or leader, or one of the most experienced education professionals, everyone has moments where they doubt themselves.
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Meet the Buyer - Danielle Exley Robinson

25 November 2022 By Danielle Exley Robinson - Category Buyer for HR Services at YPO

Danielle joined YPO in 2021 and is now the Category Buyer for HR in the procurement services team.
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Get the whole class involved this Christmas

16 November 2022 By Wendy Vickery - Marketing Manager at Pentel

As anticipation for the festive season builds it’s time to get everyone inspired with activities to unleash their creativity and imagination. But how do you keep the classroom engaged and focused as excitement grows and minds tend to wander? Here are a few ideas from Pentel to keep everyone involved and motivated.
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Easy Christmas drawing activities

14 November 2022 By Sarah Carnell & Stabilo

There’s no better time than Christmas to get creative in the classroom! At STABILO, we’ve put together some simple Christmas drawing activities, which are ideal for any classroom, requiring minimal equipment.
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