We are delighted to report that Creative Steps magazine (available in both digital and online editions) has been awarded the HERD Seal of Approval, in recognition that it is a “homeschool friendly” product. Presented by the Home Educators Resource Directory, the Seal is recognition that Creative Steps has a strong connection with the ever growing […]
Read articlePlaydates.co.uk website , the parent network for Dorset (and beyond!) recently reviewed Creative Steps and said: “Creative Steps magazine – a must have for parents and carers who want to encourage learning through creative play.” See the full article at: http://www.playdates.co.uk/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=141:creative-steps-magazine&Itemid=192 Take advantage of the discount agreed with Playdates.co.uk members to reduce the annual subscription […]
Read articleNow into their fourth year, the Creative Play Awards recognise excellence in creative play products, kits and resources. Each product is tested by three independent judges parents, childcare professionals, nursery practitioners and primary school teachers. The results recognise the best products available to enhance creative development in young children and recent winners include Vtech, […]
Read articleCreative Steps is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious BizzieBaby Gold Award by its testers! Kim from Walsall said: “I am very impressed with the magazine. It has so many activities to do and make with my daughter” For details and to read the full reviews click here >> www.bizziebaby.co.uk
Read article(from ’50 Boredom Busters’) Scavenger Hunt: Give each child or teams of children a list of items they have to find in a certain area in a fixed time. The lists can be adapted depending on the age and abilities of the children taking part. Car Scavenger Hunt: Before you set out on a long […]
Read article(from ’50 Boredom Busters’) Balloon Tennis: You will need two long balloons and a round balloon. Set up a net or simply use a piece of string to lay on the grass to represent a net. Use the long balloons as rackets and the round balloon as the ball. Avoid playing this game if it’s […]
Read article(from ’50 Boredom Busters’) Sausages: Get everyone to sit in a circle. The person who is ‘it’ stands in the centre. Each person sitting in the circle asks the person who is ‘it’ a question. The only answer to every question can be ‘sausages’, i.e. Q. ‘What is your name?’, A. ‘sausages’ – Q. ‘What do […]
Read article(from ’50 Boredom Busters’) Mask-erade!: Make funky masks by decorating paper plates. Using whatever materials you have to hand such as fabric scraps, funky foam, feathers etc. Attach elastic thread through the sides so the mask can be worn. Funky Jewellery: Make necklaces using pasta or cereal with holes, or cut up straws. Let the […]
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