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Are we barking up the wrong tree?
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

There has been little improvement in standards since Sure Start, Early Excellence and Neighbourhood Nurseries. Should educational standards should be our main priority?
What a state we're in
Authors: Hindmarch Sonali
Published: May 2014

On my way into work this morning, I was reading a copy of the Metro. British people, it said, are ranked a lowly 108th happiest people in the world. The happiest people, according to a Happy Planet index compiled by New Economics Foundation, live in the Pacific archipelago of Vanuatu.
Mismanaging inequality
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

For all our affluence, we live in a society as materially unequal as any in history. But promulgate the belief that anyone can ‘have it all’. What effects does this have?
Teaching Christmas
Authors: Gibbs Helen
Published: May 2014

This lesson for year 1 children is the perfect opportunity to discuss the values of Christmas with young children
Speaking and listening
Authors: Hoad's Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

Elizabeth Hoad's two-week unit of work involves listening and observing children to improve their understanding of poetry
Writing from speech
Authors: Jones Michael
Published: May 2014

Researchers and practitioners are becoming increasingly aware of the link between children's oral skills and the development of creative writing. Michael Jones reports
Speaking and listening
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Radio can be incorporated through the curriculum. It is particularly good for literacy, communication and team work. Angela Youngman explains how to set one up
Strategies for active number assessments
Authors: Dabell John
Published: May 2014

John Dabell explores different exercises as ways of practicing with children time, counting and symmetry
Going out: School visits
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Taking children out into the real world is an essential part of their development. There can be little doubt that children benefit from this type of activity
The odd one out
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

Has our focus on targets and standards undermined our appreciation of individuality? Patsy Mill examines this issue
Feeling cool in the pool
Authors: March Ally
Published: May 2014

More and more key stage 1 children learn to swim at school. Ally March discusses how to keep safe when swimming
Having fun with puppets
Authors: Cruickshank Sarah
Published: May 2014

Sarah Cruickshank explains the benefits to using puppets with children in the classroom
The ′horrider' the better
Authors: Cruickshank Sarah
Published: May 2014

′Henry is an outlaw who behaves dreadfully, yet often triumphs,′ says Francesca Simon, creator of Horrid Henry. Sarah Cruickshank suggests ways of using this book
Heating and melting
Authors: Jell Caroline
Published: May 2014

Caroline Jell's lesson plan allows children have fun experiments with food by changing its state
Teacher's pet
Authors: Reinhart Lizzy
Published: May 2014

I am now into my second month of teaching and I have got to know my class quite well. One thing worries me, though. Is it wrong to play favourites?
Remember, remember
Authors: Cruicksank Sarah
Published: May 2014

Most people−adults and children alike−enjoy firework displays, bonfires and hearty, warming food in early November. How many of us really know the background to this enjoyable community celebration though? In this article we′ll look at the background and history of the event and then offer a range of learning opportunities to use both their historical investigative and imaginative skills.
Innocence lost?
Authors: Hindmarch Sonali
Published: May 2014

On my way into work, I usually read through a copy of The Metro and tear out any articles that I think are interesting. Now that may be a bit of an odd habit, but I read a letter recently that I would like to share with you. It is quite short, so I will copy the whole thing out for you to read in all its glory:
Baboon on the Moon
Authors: Magee Tara
Published: May 2014

The New Primary Framework for literacy allows teachers much more flexibility in what they teach and when, the emphasis being on the coverage of learning objectives based securely on children's needs within the class
Christmas through carols
Authors: Cruickshank Sarah
Published: May 2014

The carol for today is ′The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came′ and the Bible reading can be found in St Luke's Gospel, Chapter 1, verses 26-35.
It's good to talk
Authors: Hindmarch Sonali
Published: May 2014

A new study has found that children should be allowed to talk more in the classroom. Sonali Hindmarch reports
Ready for reading
Authors: Dunn Carrie
Published: May 2014

Are children ready to learn when the government say they are? Carrie Dunn discusses the modern problem that primary schools have to tackle
Safe outdoor play
Authors: Garvey Debbie
Published: May 2014

Debbie Garvey unpicks some of the play ideas and themes in the early years foundation stage and key stage 1 and looks at how to overcome risk and challenge
An alien invasion!
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Imagine coming back from half-term to find an unidentified flying object had crashed on your playground. That�s just what happened to one school. Angela Youngman reports
Brilliant brollies!
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

As February 20 is umbrella day, Paula Hammond's activities offer the chance to introduce children to the concept of materials and their properties
A bit of history repeating
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Angela Youngman explains how to teach children to appreciate things that happened in the past
Letters
Authors: Beard Kate
Published: May 2014

Potatoes are one of the world's most nutrient dense foods. Jacket potatoes are one of the top 10 foods that pupils and parents want to see on the lunchtime menu. And 83 per cent of parents think that potatoes are an important part of healthy school meals.
Coping with grieving
Authors: Dunn Carrie
Published: May 2014

What do you do when a child in your class suffers a bereavement or is struggling to cope with difficult events? Carrie Dunn discusses this issue
Care of Henry
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes discusses ways of using this big book with a year 2 class. Care of Henry, by prize-winning author Anne Fine, is a thought-provoking yet funny story about making choices and prioritising
Playful beats and rhymes
Authors: Kriworuchko John
Published: May 2014

John Kriworuchko creates a fun music lesson for year 2 children to enjoy playing in the classroom
Every local school should be a good school
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes examines the school admissions debate in more detail
Technology for the tiny
Authors: Aubrey-Smith Fiona
Published: May 2014

Are key stage 1 learners too little for learning platforms? In the first in a three-part series, Fiona Aubrey-Smith discusses this issue and offers some advice
Attack of the Pushy Mum
Authors: Reinhart Lizzy
Published: May 2014

It has been quite a hectic month at school-we are planning our school nativity and getting ready for Christmas. We have been organising crafts and reading Santa stories. It is a lot of fun. On a good day. On an average day, I am absolutely exhausted.
And a happy new year
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Traditionally New Year is when people begin to make positive plans to improve their lives. This month′s assembly is designed to stimulate discussion
The right to choose
Authors: Manley Sarah
Published: May 2014

This article shows how year 2 children can develop decision-making skills. They will make choices and explain their reasoning through circle time and role-play. It has links with citizenship and literacy. To make it more literacy focussed, in the following activities, remember that many stories lend themselves to drama and role-play. Look out in particular for stories where the main character makes a choice.
Big books: Monkey Puzzle
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Learning objectives •Following the text using a left to right movement. •Predicting, using the clues in the text. Hearing rhymes (the matching sounds at the end of words) and understanding that they will not necessarily look (be spelt) the same. Choosing other rhyming words. •Joining in, following instructions and listening. •Careful colouring within outlines; adding own creatures to the scene. •Thinking of words described by a particular adjective and drawing them. •Learning and recording a song. •Understanding that rhyming words sound the same at the end. Choosing some rhyming words, making up a sentence and drawing a picture. •Finding out about a jungle animal and drawing it. • Learning about the strange life cycles of butterflies and frogs. •Thinking about using verbs to describe how creatures move. •Thinking about simple similes. •Having the opportunity to show work to the class.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Prolonged exposure to the television at a young age can have a profound effect on the development of children′s speech, according to a new report.
Healthy competition
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

Competition, we are told, is a Bad Thing. Sports days with winners and losers apparently ′undermine′ an egalitarian society-God forbid we should award gold stars for academic excellence
How to use baked beans 101 different ways
Authors: Worsfold Helen
Published: May 2014

The idea for this lesson came from a need to think of something to present to parents for harvest festival that was relevant to the children. I′m not convinced that harking back to an agricultural past is the way to go, although it′s possibly more relevant in Cornwall than where I used to teach in Milton Keynes.
Take learning outside
Authors: Harries Judith
Published: May 2014

The following ideas can all be done outside and do not need to be spread out over one week, they can be used whenever they fit into your longer term science scheme.
Maths and homes
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

This is the fourth in a series of thematic numeracy articles that aims to bring to life the importance and uses of mathematics all around us.
Their local environment
Authors: Kendell Patricia
Published: May 2014

The study of geography enables children to develop a range of thinking skills, particularly those needed to develop an understanding of sustainable development. Children can be encouraged to use their thinking skills to:
How useful are IQ tests?
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Children differ in their ability. But how successful they are is not only determined by their ′natural′ ability
Maths and toys
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

This is the fourth and final instalment in a series of thematic numeracy articles aimed at bringing to life the uses and importance of mathematics all around us.
Cultural diversity
Authors: Jones Meg
Published: May 2014

Physical play and cultural understanding can be expressed in diverse a way as an International Dance Festival and an obstacle course. Small world play can have a cultural twist and creative expression and awareness of difference can be experienced in artwork.
And a happy new year
Authors: Hindmarch Sonali
Published: May 2014

The winter festivals we routinely celebrate in schools are Christmas, Hannukah and Eid. We forget perhaps the most universal celebration of all, that of New Year
The art of teaching literacy
Authors: Granger Theresa
Published: May 2014

Theresa Granger talks about how creative teachers must take risks when teaching literacy
Who was Robert Owen?
Authors: Fidler Wendy
Published: May 2014

Wendy Fidler looks at one great educator of our past and explains the impact he has on education today
Picture perfect paintings
Authors: White Hilary
Published: May 2014

The first step in promoting painting skills is to organise your classroom and gather a range of paints, papers and painting tools.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Boys lag behind girls, academically and developmentally, by the age of five and as they start school, sparking fears many are being pushed too hard in their early years.
Cutting down the language barrier
Authors: louis sara
Published: May 2014

Are we ready to cope with the rapidly changing population in these British Isles?
Be a good boy scout
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

February 22 is the birthday of Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the boy scouts. The scouts acknowledged that children enjoy adventure, good company and the outdoors.
Diary of an NQT
Authors: Reinhart Lizzy
Published: May 2014

Have you gained weight?; Picture perfect; If the shoe fits
Surviving the year
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

Managing your time effectively is one of the most important survival strategies that every teacher needs to learn. Margaret Adams offers nine top tips
Representing information
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

The first article in this short series looked at a number of ways of representing information including tree diagrams, Venn and Carroll diagrams and pictograms. This time the spotlight switches to block graphs, simple line graphs, pie charts and making a using a database.
Learning about food
Authors: West Jane
Published: May 2014

These activities focus on healthy eating: what this means and how we can encourage children to eat healthily. Healthy eating cuts across many aspects of the curriculum and the activities are broadly cross-curricular.
A valuable small world
Authors: Bromley Helen
Published: May 2014

Small world play also helps young children fulfil their natural desire to move, organise, arrange and classify, breathing life into the small world figures as they play.
A platform for phonics
Authors: Aubrey-Smith Fiona
Published: May 2014

In the second of her series, Fiona Aubrey−Smith looks at how phonics teaching and learning can be supported through a learning platform.
Networking in school
Authors: Bartley Keith
Published: May 2014

Keith Bartley, explains that networking for business or pleasure has never been more popular. But for teachers, joining a professional network is neither new, nor a passing fad.
The rainy goat
Authors: Reinhart Lizzy
Published: May 2014

This month the children in my class seemed chattier than usual, so I decided to put all of their sociable enthusiasm to good use! I decided that together, we would write our own class story. This is the beginning of it:
Action rhymes!
Authors: Freer Fiona
Published: May 2014

The book Clapping Games has the feisty subtitle ′Whole Brain Workouts for Lively Children′. It is based on the idea that clapping rhythmic verses, while combining these with a sequence of physical movements, will enhance the children′s learning and improve their skills of focused concentration by using both cerebral hemispheres.
All about eye sight
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Vision Express have just launched an incentive to promote eye health in the UK. So this month, we will be giving the children the chance to consider and test their own eyesight.
Representing information
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

Maths, Y2-Block B Securing number facts, understanding shape
Using nursery rhymes
Authors: Gibbons Ted
Published: May 2014

Nursery rhymes have an enduring appeal and form part of a timeless culture. Most adults remember favourite rhymes from childhood, and they are a worthwhile and effective way of introducing young children to what is essentially oral history. All of the nursery rhymes used this week are on page xxiv.
Photographic proof
Authors: Johnson Emma
Published: May 2014

Photographs are an invaluable resource for developing an understanding of history, particularly when first-hand visits are not possible or as a means of setting historical artefacts in context.
What are the worst things about your life?
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes discusses the findings of The Children′s Society′s first independent national inquiry into childhood
Girls, success and women's expectations
Authors: Louis Sara
Published: May 2014

Research suggests mothers′ expectations influence how successful their daughters will be-but not their sons
The credit crunch children
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

How is the credit crunch affecting the children in your classroom? Is there a role for schools in these troubled times?
Assessment for Learning
Authors: Duck Sarah
Published: May 2014

Can we apply the principles of APP and AfL to foundation subjects in the infant classroom?
Education for all
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Seventy-five million children worldwide have no access to education. The Global Campaign for Education works to ensure everyone has free education. April 20-26 is their action week
A classic: The Gruffalo
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Show the book to the class. Most of the children will already know the book, so ask them what kind of book it is, who the characters are and where the story takes place. Why are there two names on the front? One wrote the words and the other made the pictures.
All about hearing
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Last month′s activities focused on eyesight. This month, we′ll continuing the theme of our fi ve senses. During the course of the week, children will have the chance to:
St George's Day
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

Understanding shape: Calculating, measuring and understanding shape, Solve problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication or division in contexts of numbers, measures or pounds and pence, Visualise common 2-D shapes and 3-D solids; identify shapes from pictures of them in different positions and orientations; sort, make and describe shapes, referring to their properties.
Observational drawing
Authors: Prince Jean
Published: May 2014

Good observational skills are vital and can be transferred to all areas of learning. Helping young children to observe their environment more closely will not only enable them to enjoy the sights, shapes and textures of new experiences, but will intensify their ability to create ideas, feelings and imagination, which is vital to the growing child′s development.
Getting a grip on drawing
Authors: Whiteford Rhona
Published: May 2014

Drawing is a bit like maths-many adults feel almost proud of admitting they can′t do it. But young children are usually willing and eager to experiment without being self-conscious and critical. They are hungry for creative experiences, the snagging of a felt pen on textured paper, the power at the end of your hand with a big black marker gliding across a whiteboard or the feel of a dusty trail of chalk crumbling as you draw, leaving you coated in the stuff.
Construction play
Authors: Bromley Helen
Published: May 2014

Children love to design and build and these natural desires can offer many learning opportunities, as Helen Bromley explains
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

More must be done to implement the Every Child Matters agenda if children are to receive the best quality care and protection, Lord Laming has said.
Making sure you look after yourself better
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes talks about how teachers need to look after themselves, as well as the children in their care
Travelling to teach abroad
Authors: Sullivan Sam
Published: May 2014

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to teach abroad? One teacher shares her recent India experience
Big book: Dry Bones
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Narrative Unit 2–Stories from a range of cultures/Predictable patterned language
Gorilla factoids!
Authors: Dabell John
Published: May 2014

This article shows how children will acquire knowledge and understanding about gorillas and develop new maths skills, as well as consolidating, practising and applying existing ones.
A world orchestra
Authors: Azhar Shazia
Published: May 2014

Music brings communities closer together. The following activities help children to experience sounds from around the world, to create their own compositions and to perform in front of their friends.
How do you feel about cameras in your class?
Authors: Louis Sara
Published: May 2014

An increasing number of schools are installing cameras, not just in corridors and playgrounds but in classrooms
How much do they worry?
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Stephanie Thornton asks: how should we deal with children′s anxieties in an anxious world?
Training
Authors: Bartley Keith , Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

With so many pupils with special educational needs in mainstream schools, Keith Bartley discusses the skills teachers need in order to cater to all pupils′
Looking at minibeasts
Authors: Cruickshank Sarah
Published: May 2014

Make sure that the children understand that they must wash their hands aft er touching insects, plants and mud. If you don′t have easy access to sinks, arrange some bowls of soapy water or bottles of handwash for children to use, keep this accessible at child-level.
All about feelings
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Last month′s activities focused on the sense of taste. This month, we′ll be continuing our exploration of the five senses with work around the theme′touch′. During the course of the week, children will have the chance to:
Representing information
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

There was once a rumour circulating that, after a school trip, children′s sharpest memories about a visit were the topics of conversation on the coach and what they had for lunch.
Just a puppet on a string
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Puppets are guaranteed to raise a smile. Their antics can give a child confidence to speak publicly, boost their imagination and add interest to any lesson.
Child: ′I′ m so bored!′
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

We view boredom as an enemy − but has the adult world taken too much responsibility for keeping the young entertained?
Coping with change
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

For some, the summer holidays are a time to relax. But others spending them worrying about looming change
Learning about skin
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Last month′s activities focused on the topic of touch as part of our work themed around the five senses. This month, we′ll be moving on to a new but linked theme, looking at our skin and how to protect it from harm during the summer months.
A bit of Bollywood bling
Authors: Azhar Shazia
Published: May 2014

Pattern, colour, design and creativity define many cultures. The following activities help children to experience the distinctive artistry that defines cultures within South Asia. Children will learn about meaning behind pattern and they will create their own fabulous and very special designs.
In a yellow submarine
Authors: Ruck Shelley
Published: May 2014

The classic Beatles song Yellow Submarine can provide rich inspiration in the areas of music, art, history and literacy. During this week, children will be able to learn the song lyrics, sing along to the melody and use Yellow Submarine characters in order to create their own mobile.
Teaching children speaking skills
Authors: Loughrey Anita
Published: May 2014

Speaking and listening promotes self-esteem, ensures whole class involvement and reinforces learning. Here we focus on speaking, next month on listening
Drop in school volunteers
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

The number of adults volunteering to help out in schools have dropped by a third in just five years, according to new figures.
Having an imaginary friend
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

It is well-known that having an imaginary friend is beneficial to a child. Are we making the most of this useful phenomenon?
Finding time to develop
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

How do you find time for your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), when you already have too much to do?
Celebrating Burns' Night
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Although Burns’ Suppers can be held any time of the year, January 25 (Robert Burns’ birthday) is when most Scots celebrate the life and works of their national poet
Literacy for low achievers
Authors: Drifte Collette
Published: May 2014

This article is an extract from Including Lower Achievers in the Literacy Hour, year 1. The full book offers detailed lesson plans to teach specific skills and goals as outlined in the National Literacy Strategy Framework for Teaching.
That electric feeling
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

January 9, 2010 is Static Electricity Day, so for this month′s activities, we′ll be giving children the opportunity to think about three different types of electricity: mains, battery and static electricity. mains, battery and static electricity. During the course of the week, children will be encouraged to:
Headlines
Authors: Louis Sara
Published: May 2014

Do ′gold stars’ and other rewards have a place in the modern classroom?
A heads up on head lice
Authors: Brown Christine
Published: May 2014

Head lice can be bothersome for teachers and administrative staff. However, with the right approach, head lice management needn′t be a such a reoccurring problem
Exploring life underground
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

When we think about the life around us, we tend to think of those things we see every day. Yet there is a whole other world just waiting to be uncovered
How to introduce other languages
Authors: Redfearn Rachel
Published: May 2014

The benefits of introducing foreign languages to young learners are significant. Not only do young children absorb words and phrases easily through repeated exposure to the language (just as they do when learning their first language), but children also develop other skills alongside. Their listening skills improve as they listen for key words or sounds and notice the intonation and sound patterns of the new language. Speaking skills are enhanced as they take part in simple conversations and role-plays and have the opportunity to ′perform’ in front of a group.
Exploring light and dark
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

On 31 October the clocks go back, which means that children will be arriving and leaving school in the dark. This month′s activities therefore focus on themes that are sure to be on everyone′s minds-light and dark. During a series of practical activities, children will be encouraged to (a.) understand that our eyes need light to see; (b.) know that dark is an absence of light; (c.) consider that there are many different sources of light; (d.) appreciate that some are natural and some are artificial; (e.) learn how light travels in a straight line; (f.) discover how light can be bounced, bent or split; (g.) interpret and present their findings. For best results, it is suggested that these activities are planned out well in advance, with sufficient time to discuss each stage.
Great Inventors: Wilbur and Orville Wright
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

The Wright Brothers, as they are usually collectively known, could not have realised the transport revolution they would cause when, early in the Twentieth Century, they put bicycle-making to one side and took up constructing aircraft instead.The hard-working duo, from the state of Ohio in the USA, are the third in this series featuring the contribution made to our everyday lives by groundbreaking inventors. The hands-on activities described are largely cross-curricular in nature, involving elements of science, mathematics and design technology, as well as history. Throughout, children should be encouraged to work cooperatively, sharing ideas, practising skills and testing out possible solutions.
Why we need to promote the great outdoors
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes explores the current attitudes towards real playing and, in the light of this, questions why the government is cancelling provision of at least 400 planned play areas
Please, Miss, I forgot my packed lunch...!
Authors: David Anthony
Published: May 2014

Kicking off a new series on school excursions, Anthony David provides some top tips on planning a successful, stress-free day trip that is a learning experience for all
Induction: the best days of your life?
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

As the weeks go by, are you keen to say that your induction has finished? Margaret Adams suggests why extending it is a good idea long-term
Classic picture books-Silly Billy!
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Year 2 children will enjoy this. Although the text is fairly simple, the concept could help children to recognise and confront fears. If you use it with a visualizer they will all be able to follow the text easily, although the text in the book itself is quite a good size.
Great Inventors: Karl Benz
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

Historians differ over who was the first person to perfect a petrol driven internal combustion engine robust enough to power the first cars. Foremost among them, though, would be the German engineer Karl Benz, who is the subject of the fourth article in this series featuring the contribution made to our everyday lives by ground-breaking inventors.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

A mother has launched a campaign against the Early Learning Centre for its ‘pinkification’ of toys for girls.
Complementary therapies
Authors: Garvey Debbie
Published: May 2014

Have you ever wondered about alternative therapies or yoga? Debbie Garvey briefly discusses their advantages
The Mousehole Cat
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This set of activities is based around the story The Mousehole Cat by Antonia Barber. The children will complete tasks using some of the narrative elements of the story.
Telling the time
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

The purpose of this article is to teach children to tell the time in a fun and practical way. This lesson plan emphasises the use of real clocks, rather than drawing or stamping clocks on a piece of paper.
Discuss, listen and praise
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

Ways of developing and supporting language with children who have language difficulties are explored by Elizabeth Hoad
Where does Easter fit in?
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

If you teach in a ′faith school′, Easter poses no problem-your approach is clear. What if your school is secular? What do you do about Easter then?
Springtime arrivals
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

On March 19 the swallows famously return to Capistrano in San Juan, California-an event that is seen as heralding the arrival of spring. So this month we will be taking a closer look at our feathered friends with a range of activities about birds.
Going on a bear hunt
Authors: Airs John , Ball Chris
Published: May 2014

In this first lesson the children are introduced to the first part of the story and are encouraged to think about the different parts of the family′s journey to find a bear. They respond to the story by using gestures to describe the different movements and then by drawing pictures of the different parts of the journey. Finally they show their pictures and say the onomatopeic words from the story.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Young children are in a worse state of health now than a decade ago, despite more than £10 billion of government investment in health services, a new report has found.
Classroom collaborations
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Working together can be great. But what happens when it goes wrong? Stephanie Thornton discusses
Practical ideas for your maths lessons
Authors: Atkinson Sue
Published: May 2014

This month′s focus is on calculation strategies. It offers some very pracitcal ideas on how to teach maths to key stage 1 children
How to make a meaningful mess
Authors: Harries Judith
Published: May 2014

Messy play can be good for so many things.One being that it can be great for improving children′s language skills.
The life lessons children learn from television
Authors: LOUIS SARA
Published: May 2014

Never mind what our children may be learning from violent films-what are they learning about life from the everyday media?
Take a chance on me...
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

Should we stop over-protecting children and start trusting them? Patsy Mill discusses this tricky issue
All about light and dark
Authors: Royle Leeann
Published: May 2014

•Light sources Light comes from a variety of different sources which emit their own heat and light. Each radiates a different amount of heat and brightness. Light sources include our Sun, the stars, candles, electric lights, torches, flames, bicycle lamps -– even television and computer screens.
Feeling happy and secure
Authors: Paul Smith Sharon
Published: May 2014

In this article I want to explore how we can keep children safe without smothering them and also how we can involve children in keeping themselves safe
Links with schools abroad
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Learning about the wider world permeates everything that happens at Calverley Parkside Primary School in Leeds. Dorothy Lepkowska spoke to the staff there to find out more
How to plan for sports day
Authors: Heald Chris
Published: May 2014

Many children today don′t get enough exercise to develop strong bones and healthy hearts and lungs, putting their future health as adults at risk. Our concern should be for children to enjoy physical activity within a supportive environment.
'Nobody likes me!'
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Unpopularity is a painful experience. It′s also damaging to a child′s development. What can a teacher do to help?
In or out? Which is best?
Authors: Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

Which is better: an external course or in-house training? How will you decide? How will you know what′s the right answer? Margaret Adams answers those questions
Exploring extended stories: Martin's Mice
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This article focuses on the extended story Martin′s Mice by the well-known children′s author Dick King-Smith. The activities will all be based on the characters and events within the story.
Learning all about charts and graphs
Authors: Davis John
Published: May 2014

Activities involving different types of charts and graphs is the theme for the last in this series of articles that is intended to stimulate children′s enthusiasm for mathematics through problem solving.
Everything you need to know about being an NQT
Authors: Adams Margaret , Keates Chris , Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

The general secretary of the National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (NASWUT) offers some advice for new teachers
Country life Funding opportunities
Authors: Baker Shari
Published: May 2014

Shari Baker looks at some of the schemes available to help schools benefit from their rural community as well as attract potential funding to broaden their pupils' horizons.
Celebrating science: Grant schemes
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Angela Youngman looks at some of the funding available for schools taking part in National Science and Engineering Week.
Trusts and foundations; Playing a sporting role
Authors: Baker Shari
Published: May 2014

Shari Baker explores how schools can improve pupil health and raise confidence by focusing on the Olympic and Paralympic ideals of ′celebrating mind, body and spirit′ in their funding applications leading up to the Olympic Games.
Raking in the cash Scarecrow festivals
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Angela Youngman looks at why these events have become so popular as fundraisers.
Practical fundraising for schools: The Lowdown
Authors: Griggs Amy
Published: May 2014

Amy Griggs gives the highlights of Fundraising for Schools' first ever conference.
Awarding bodies: The helping hand
Authors: Maiden Andrew
Published: May 2014

Research within directories of grants in education will show a strong bias towards the maintained sector. However, there are a few organisations that can help pupils from independent schools.
Pushing the boundaries: Exploring the great outdoors
Authors: Maiden Andrew
Published: May 2014

The outdoors presents schools with opportunities to reinforce the skills taught in the classroom in a meaningful manner. Andrew Maiden lists resources to help your school make the most of it.
Checking the numbers Capital campaigns
Authors: Maiden Andrew
Published: May 2014

Capital campaigns soak up a lot of resources (in time and money), so it is important to find ways to maintain your school's focus throughout the entire project. Strong leadership is required from project managers, working to a clear and regularly audited plan, writes Andrew Maiden.
Tips on finding a school business manager
Authors: Bannister Nick
Published: May 2014

Your school's ability to generate income will be hugely strengthened with the help of a school business manager. Nick Bannister has some advice on how to bring in the professionals.
Securing funding for your school's capital projects
Authors: Craven Sophie
Published: May 2014

In this article, Sophie Craven investigates some of the ways in which schools can successfully raise funds for capital projects.
Something for nothing – the return of bartering?
Authors: David Anthony
Published: May 2014

Anthony David looks at the advantages of bartering to reduce spending in schools. He shares a number of case studies from schools who have advantageously made us of it.
Honing application-writing through successful bids
Authors: Best Brin
Published: May 2014

Brin Best explains how you can learn from the successful bids of other schools and provides advice on givng your bids the best chances of unlocking funds for your own projects.
Apprenticeships in school – A case study
Authors: David Anthony
Published: May 2014

Anthony David looks at the positive impact apprentices can have on schools and shares his experience with taking on an IT support apprentice within his school.
Involving pupils in your fundraising work
Authors: Craven Sophie
Published: May 2014

Sophie Craven considers the important role that school pupils can play in supporting your fundraising work, and outlines practical ways to involve them in order to maximise your school's fundraising efforts.
Tips on reinvigorating your fundraising efforts
Authors: Bannister Nick
Published: May 2014

Nick Bannister invites school business management experts to share five pieces of advice. This month, school business manager Matthew Smith offers tips on making your school fundraising more effective.
Assessment and management of faecal incontinence. Part 2
Authors: McGrath Anthony , Porrett Theresa
Published: May 2014

Healthcare provision has changed dramatically over the past decade with a major redistribution of clinical responsibilities for nurses who are now undertaking new roles and responsibilities, such as physical assessment and prescribing. To meet growing healthcare needs nurses are required to possess skills and knowledge that enable them to adequately assess a range of potential or actual health problems of patients in their care. This article provides nurses and other specialists working in the fields of continence and bowel care with an overview of patient assessment, history taking, physical assessment and the current non-surgical options for patients with faecal incontinence.
Implementing a colitis education and support programme
Authors: Corbett Sally , Welfare Mark , McColl Elaine , Lecouturier Jan , Devine Zarna
Published: May 2014

In view of the British Society of Gastroenterology guidelines′ suggestion that inflammatory bowel disease nurse specialists develop and lead teaching plans for patients (Carter et al, 2004), the authors offer their experience of developing and implementing a colitis education and support programme (CESP). Issues related to recruitment, the venue, group types and size, the length, number and frequency of meetings, the qualifications and desired attributes of facilitators, and maintaining the consistency and quality of the programme delivery and resources are discussed.
A new perspective
Authors: Norton Christine
Published: May 2014

As you will see, Gastrointestinal Nursing is evolving. We are now receiving an increase in both quantity and quality of submissions and so have been able to expand the clinical content of your journal. This is all down to you, our readers, who also form most of our contributors and it is a sign of a growing maturity in our specialty. We no longer have to rely on medical colleagues and freelance medical journalists to fill our pages, but can use the journal to communicate with each other. This by no means undervalues contributions from non-nurses, nor does it mean that we are not just as interested in descriptions of services and practice as we are in more ‵academic′ contributions − please keep them both coming in!
Collaboration in service provision? Why should medical education be any different?
Authors: Foreman David
Published: May 2014

Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest providers of medical education in the Trent region. Over 11 000weeks of medical education take place in virtually all specialties. In line with recent Government and Department of Health (DH) encouragement to provide collaborative or ‵joinedup′ services, the departments of gastroenterology, colorectal surgery and upper gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, have collaborated to provide an integrated approach to undergraduate medical education in medical and surgical gastroenterology. This is a brief overview of what has been achieved in 1 year.
what the journals say
Authors: Williams Julia
Published: May 2014

This article discusses good skin care in relation to the management of urinary and faecal incontinence. Initially the article outlines the structure and functions of the skin and describes how the skin changes with age. The author creates an image of healthy skin by offering a description of its many purposes, highlighting both its uniqueness and resourcefulness. The author emphasizes the maintenance of skin integrity as a complex issue that is often taken for granted. Skin damage can happen very easily and in many different ways and, whatever the cause, the end result is often a wound. If a wound occurs the skin loses its ability to function normally.
Pelvic floor muscles: a guide to assessment and rehabilitation
Authors: Aston Becky
Published: May 2014

Dysfunction of the pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) leads to a range of functional clinical problems, including urinary and faecal incontinence, some defecatory disorders, erectile dysfunction and pelvic organ prolapse. Rehabilitation of these muscles has demonstrated a reduction in symptoms and enhancement of quality of life in those who suffer from it. It is therefore important that gastrointestinal nurses have an understanding of the key aspects of PFM assessment and exercise regimens in order to teach and support patients to undertake effective pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation.
Expansion of the nurse role
Authors: Moffat Polly
Published: May 2014

Welcome to this new issue of Gastrointestinal Nursing, and the final one in 2007! The role of the nurse is being expanded and one of the articles in this edition is by a gastroenterology nurse who has been given the opportunity to carry out endoscopies on paediatric patients. This is part of the general growing expectation on nurses to take on more challening areas of practice, and gastroenterology is no different. An endoscopy training programme for people from a non−medical background has recently been piloted by a partnership between the University of Hull and Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals Trust. The training programme is part of a Department of Health initiative to address the shortage of endoscopy professionals. It was set up to see if professionals from non−medical backgrounds could be successfully trained in endoscopy to help boost the numbers of endoscopy professionals. Nine students took the BSc in Gastroenterology and Endoscopy course, receiving tutoring at the University of Hull and hands−on training during one−day visits throughout the year at the Trust. All nine have passed successfully and are now contributing to endoscopy services.
Rising to the challenge
Authors: Elliot Dawn
Published: May 2014

In recent years, there have been considerable pressures towards change and improvement to healthcare services. As a result many diverse and, in some cases, conflicting drivers for change have been imposed by government, the healthcare profession, public demand and disease management advancement.
The Endoscopy Associates Group: Advancing endoscopy nursing
Authors: Hutson Pauline
Published: May 2014

The British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) is a registered charity, which was founded in 1937. It is well represented within the Royal Colleges and is internationally represented at world and European levels. There are now over 3000 members within the United Kingdom (UK), including physicians, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, scientists, nurses and dietitians. Over 800 of these members are affiliated to the Endoscopy Associates Group and include registered nurses, specialists, endoscopists and dietitians, all involved within the field of endoscopy and gastroenterology. The aim of the Endoscopy Associates Group (EAG) is the advancement of gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing and the promotion of friendship among those with similar interests.
Self−management in the care of patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Authors: Hall Alex , Porrett Theresa , Cox Carol
Published: May 2014

The cost of managing chronic disease within the NHS has come under increasing focus, along with the issue of self−care of chronic disease. Self−management is one way of addressing these two issues. Self−management is a partnership approach to patient care which involves the patients′ ability to identify worsening symptoms and adjust treatment accordingly. This approach involves changes in service provision to become patient centred with the aim of reducing routine hospital attendance. Guided self−management in inflammatory bowel disease involves the provision of action plans, individualized patient information, open−access clinic appointments, telephone helplines and patient centred consultations. The key focus of self−management is that treatment and management pathways are agreed between the healthcare professional and patient.
The Continence Foundation: breaking the taboo
Authors: Holland Ian
Published: May 2014

The Continence Foundation is a national charity established in 1992 to help people with bladder or bowel control problems. Incontinence is an extremely common condition. Recent studies have reported that 42% of women aged 18 and over in the UK have symptoms of urinary incontinence (Hunskaar et al, 2004), and that 28.5% of men aged 40 and over in the UK have clinically significant symptoms of one or more bladder problems (Perry S et al, 2000). At least 650 000 men and women in the UK have bowel control problems (Royal College of Physicians, 1995). However, because of the stigma surrounding the subject, many people are ill informed about treatment options and are reluctant to present with their symptoms. Moreover, it is a health area often overlooked by non−specialist health professionals and policy−makers. It was to address these problems that the Foundation was created. Its five main objectives are to:
A guide to maintaining healthy peristomal skin
Authors: Williams Julia
Published: May 2014

Maintaining good skin care is a basic need of both the new, and the well−established ostomist. It is usually the role of the stoma care nurse specialist, in conjunction with other ward staff, to ensure that patients with stomas are educated in such a manner that they are aware of possible complications that may lead to peristomal skin problems. This article reviews the current literature with regard to good peristomal skin care, highlighting potential problems and offering some basic solutions.