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New year, new beginnings
Authors: Longman Lesley
Published: May 2014

The beginning of a new year promotes an aura of hope—a feeling that there is everything to play for. I think that this is certainly true for the profession of dental nursing. During the past decade the importance of teamwork within the dental profession has been duly recognized and accepted by most. As a consequence, the status of dental nurses has also grown rapidly both out with and within the world of dentistry. It was only back in 1991 that the Department of Health funded the first distance learning package for nurses and useed the British Dental Journal to produce twicemonthly supplements. How things have changed. Since the early 1990s, the availability of literature and courses exclusively for dental nurses has snowballed. The introduction of national specialist qualifications has further increased the need for dental nurse educational programmes. The involvement of postgraduate deaneries, dental schools, dental practices, universities and private enterprise has grown over recent years. This trend is set to continue; dental nurse registration and mandatory core topics has ensured a demand.
Looking beyond 2008: dental nurses and FGDP(UK)
Authors: O'Malley David
Published: May 2014

For many, 2008 will be a year of continued learning and further education opportunities. David O'Malley explains the plans of the FGDP(UK) for continuing professional development for DCPs.
Celebrating continued success at DNETC
Authors: Coker Beverley , Roberts Clare , Parker Marie
Published: May 2014

The Dental Nurse Education and Training Centre (DNETC) at Guy's, King's & St. Thomas' Hospitals hold an annual certificate presentation evening to celebrate the success of all the dental nurses who have trained through the centre. Beverley Coker, Clare Roberts and Marie Parker, Heads of Centre at DNETC, cover the 2007 event.
Oral health problems in the renal patient
Authors: Reeves Juliette
Published: May 2014

The global incidence of end stage renal (kidney) disease is growing. Renal patients who are undergoing dialysis or transplant patients who are immunosuppressed will undergo changes to oral flora and can suffer a number of oral health challenges. Juliette Reeves explains.
How depression can impact on oral health
Authors: Griffiths Janet
Published: May 2014

In this article, Janet Griffiths explores aspects of the most common form of mental illness—depression—and how it can impact on issues relating to oral health.
Orthodontics: an oral health perspective
Authors: Stout Hayley
Published: May 2014

Scrupulous oral hygiene is a pre-requisite in orthodontics, and to reduce the risk of problems, oral health education should begin in advance of the treatment. Here, Hayley Stout summarizes the essential oral-health related advice for orthodontic patients.
Certificate in Special Care Dental Nursing: new format
Authors: Boyle Carole A
Published: May 2014

With the imminent establishment of the specialty and an increasing recognition of the challenges this group of patients present, 2008 looks to be the year of special care dentistry (SCD). It is also the year in which the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) has launched a reformatted certificate in SCD.
Disability in adults: challenges for oral health
Authors: Griffiths Janet
Published: May 2014

Janet Griffiths discusses the main features of the neurological conditions that cause severe disability in younger adults and the common factors that need to be consideed in providing oral health care to these individuals.
Book Review
Authors: Kinsella Rachel
Published: May 2014

The Management of Medical Emergencies is a significant book designed specifically for all dental care professionals. It will surely become an indispensable resource for the whole dental team.
Dental radiography: frequently asked questions
Authors: Reynolds Tim
Published: May 2014

Radiography and radiation protection is just one aspect of dental care professional CPD, for those who have obtained a radiography qualification and those who have not. In this article, Tim Reynolds gives an insight to some of the frequently asked questions that arise from dental nurses regarding this core topic.
Coping with back pain
Authors: Niddrie Lil
Published: May 2014

Lil Niddrie discusses the growing problem of work-related back pain, and looks at how dental nurses and the whole practice team can avoid and manage its symptoms in everyday practice
Research Summary
Authors: Brock Gareth
Published: May 2014

In the wake of the ‘Baby P’ scandal, child abuse has become even more of a hotly debated topic. Gareth Brock looks at a study of dental therapists' training and experiences of child protection
Diagnosis and treatment of oral medicine conditions
Authors: Cope Graham , Cope Anwen
Published: May 2014

Oral medicine is a specialty combining dental and medical knowledge to treat patients with non-dental complaints of the mouth and face. This article aims to provide a brief insight into the diagnosis and treatment of oral medicine conditions that may be seen in the dental practice
Income protection for the self-employed: how it can help you
Authors: Thompson David
Published: May 2014

Many self-employed dental nurses are so focused on working that they might not consider the impact of an injury or illness. Either one of these could impact on your financial stability. Finance expert, David Thompson, looks at how income protection cover can help if the unexpected happens
A guide to medicines by effect: mouth and teeth
Authors: Cope Graham , Cope Anwen
Published: May 2014

It is vital that we know what medicines our dental patients are taking, not only to prevent potential interactions but so we can identify and treat the oral side effects of systemic medications. This article outlines the different medicines that are commonly used to treat conditions that affect the mouth and teeth
What are the basic principles of preventing cross infection?
Authors: Porter Kathy
Published: May 2014

Infection control is an important part of an effective risk management programme to improve the quality of patient care and the occupational health of staff. All dental nurses, according to Kathy Porter, have a duty of care to their patients to ensure that infection control procedures are correctly followed
Professional skills: Mentoring and one-to-one relationships
Authors: Fowler John
Published: May 2014

This series of articles explores various ways of supporting staff who work in the fast moving and ever changing dental health services. In this article, John Fowler an experienced lecturer, author and experiential mentor examines various developmental and support systems
Working in the prison setting
Authors: Husband Judith
Published: May 2014

Judith Husband, GDP at Bullingdon Prison in Oxfordshire, shares her views of the challenges of working in a prison environment
A concise guide to the placement of rubber dam
Authors: Johnson Richard , Quinn Barry
Published: May 2014

Rubber dam is essential for effective isolation of the root canal and operating field from salivary bacteria, as well as protection of the airway. In this article, Richard Johnson and Barry Quinn provide an concise guide to the efficient application of rubber dam
Oral health in general dental practice. Part one: teamwork
Authors: Coxon Mhari
Published: May 2014

Encouraging patients to change their behaviour to improve their oral health can be a challenge. This article, the first in a series of three, examines the importance of teamwork
Understanding the importance of a personal development plan
Authors: Ellwood Fiona
Published: May 2014

Employees are often expected to show personal commitment to their continuous professional development (CPD), actively seeking out information, training and events that will keep their skills and knowledge up to date. Fiona Ellwood provides guidance on creating a personal development plan
Debbie Reed: a leading advocate of best practice
Authors: Reed Debbie
Published: May 2014

Debbie Reed, registered dental nurse, academic lead and a director of learning and teaching, feels the dental nursing profession is entering a new era of work-based education, leading to enhanced skills and, ultimately, higher standards of patient care
Richard Johnson: Putting patients first
Authors: Johnson Richard
Published: May 2014

Richard Johnson, head of nursing, dental hygiene and therapy and allied health professionals, honorary senior clinical teacher at King's College London Dental Institute, emphasises the need for patient involvement in their own oral healthcare
Dressed for success: What to wear on an interview
Authors: James Jonnie
Published: May 2014

First impressions do matter. Before the interviewer even gets a chance to talk to you, he will see you. You want to look presentable, professional, and competent. This article provides key considerations to keep in mind when deciding on what to wear to an interview
Simple orthodontics for the general dental professional
Authors: Qureshi Tif
Published: May 2014

Simple orthodontics can be straightforward and low risk, and could be offered in more practices. Tif Qureshi describes how such treatment, particularly with the Inman Aligner, provides a minimally invasive method of straightening teeth in several weeks without tooth destruction
Good record keeping is good clinical practice
Authors: Birkin Richard
Published: May 2014

Good records are needed for many reasons, mainly to ensure care is safe and well informed. They are required by laws and regulations, and are vital if a patient complains. Yet dental record keeping is often poor. Richard Birkin sets out what you need to record and why
Impact of mental illness on provision of oral health care
Authors: Hayden Lisa
Published: May 2014

People with long-standing serious mental illness often have poor dental hygiene. The deterioration of oral health can result in deterioration of quality of life. This article explores issues around mental illness and the effect that they have on the provision of oral health care
Making an impact: better oral health through service redesign
Authors: Richards Wayne
Published: May 2014

This article highlights macro changes that are occurring in the epidemiology and management of dental caries which will impact on organizational (meso) aspects of care provided by general dental practice and the teams of individual dentists and dental care professionals (micro)
Hypnosis and how it can be used in dental nursing
Authors: Gow Michael Alan
Published: May 2014

Hypnosis has many uses in dentistry, and dental nurses may adopt hypnosis and related techniques in practice. Until now, there has been little guidance, but formal training is now available. Michael Gow explains what hypnosis is and how it can be applied in practice
Periodontitis: the inflammatory process
Authors: Cope Graham , Cope Anwen
Published: May 2014

Untreated plaque results in periodontal inflammation that can cause irreversible tissue and bone damage and loss of teeth. This article describes the inflammatory process of periodontal disease and risk factors associated with it
How to recognize and manage cardiac emergencies
Authors: Kurt-Gabel Chris
Published: May 2014

Dental care professionals can encounter a cardiac arrest while treating their patients. Time is crucial when managing patients with cardiac problems. Simple interventions and timely activation of the emergency services can significantly improve patient outcome
Dental nurse training through an apprenticeship
Authors: Turley Sam
Published: May 2014

Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes designed around the needs of employers, which lead to national recognized qualifications. Sam Turley, newly qualified dental nurse, talks about her experiences of training to be a dental nurse through the NHS apprenticeship scheme
Treatment coordinator and implant coordinator roles
Authors: Horton Laura
Published: May 2014

Employing a treatment coordinator and implant coordinator can add value to your practice; both positions can be filled by nurses. Laura Horton describes the new patient's journey for implant treatment and how the treatment coordinator and implant coordinator roles work
An overview of modern orthodontic solutions
Authors: Horridge Gayna
Published: May 2014

Traditional orthodontic appliances have carried the stigma of being unsightly and uncomfortable for the patient. Thankfully, modern orthodontic solutions encourage people to receive the treatment they need, with systems designed to offer pleasing aesthetics and optimal oral hygiene maintenance
Online booking systems for dental appointments
Authors: Howe Shaun
Published: May 2014

In today's modern era, patients expect easy and instantaneous methods of booking a dental appointment. The days of waiting on the telephone to speak to the receptionist are becoming a thing of the past. This article introduces some of new software available for managing bookings electronically
Sjögren’s syndrome: a challenge for dentistry
Authors: Cope Graham , Cope Anwen
Published: May 2014

Sjögren’s syndrome is a debilitating autoimmune disorder with symptoms of a dry mouth and associated oral problems. It affects around 5% of females and 0.5% of males in the general population. The dental team should help relieve the oral symptoms and refer on for assistance with the systemic effects
The future work pathway for dental care professionals
Authors: Field Sue
Published: May 2014

The Kent, Surrey and Sussex Deanery’s second annual conference for dental care professionals looked at their role in the light of government proposals and changing skill mix within primary care dental teams; training courses are being arranged in response to this
Relaxation techniques in the management of dental anxiety
Authors: Bennett Sharon
Published: May 2014

Dental anxiety is a common problem and is associated with reduced quality of life and poorer oral health. In this article, Sharon Bennett describes the introduction of relaxation techniques at her practice as a tool for managing dental anxiety
Continuing professional development essentials
Authors: Bell Diane
Published: May 2014

Next year, it will be five years since dental nurses first had to register with the General Dental Council, which means that they may have to demonstrate they have completed continuing professional development. Diane Bell sets out what this involves
Will the role of the dental nurse expand in practice?
Authors: Brocklehurst Paul
Published: May 2014

Paul Brocklehurst explores the changes that are due to take place in dentistry and whether this will lead to dental nurses taking on more tasks
Writing for publication. Part 3: Case reports and conferences
Authors: Fowler John
Published: May 2014

This series of articles is designed to help you, the dental nurse, think seriously about writing for professional publication. It explores motivation, creating interest, structure and different styles of articles. At the end of the series you should feel confident to start writing your first article
Nutrition and oral health advice for parents
Authors: Coey Hazel
Published: May 2014

Dental nurses have an important role in advising parents on children’s oral health. Hazel Coey outlines the main, evidence-based health messages and suggests how nurses should present them so they are taken on board
The A–Z of motivation in dental practice
Authors: Tilling Elaine
Published: May 2014

Maintaining your enthusiasm for work can be difficult. Motivation can be as easily switched on and off for dental care professionals and the patients in their care. The role of the dental care professional is to maintain their enthusiasm for everything they do in practice
Introduction to dental radiography for DCPs
Authors: Byers Amanda
Published: May 2014

The role of the dental care professional (DCP) has changed dramatically recently. The current key to success is being proactive and using evidence-based dentistry in our work. In this article, Amanda Byers, regional coordinator at the BADN, discusses the dental nurses’ role in dental radiography
Money-saving tips for dental care professionals
Authors: Bowen Penny
Published: May 2014

This article, written by Penny Bowen from DBS, seeks to provide a wealth of information about the ways you and your family can save money and tax, which is sure to prove useful in these straightened times
Teaching and learning. Part 4: mentoring
Authors: Fowler John
Published: May 2014

This series of articles is designed to help you explore teaching and learning. It examines your own personal learning and explores how you as a dental nurse may be called upon to teach others. The fourth article in this series discusses mentoring
Lip augmentation: the role of the dental nurse
Authors: Teslaru Ioana
Published: May 2014

Lip-enhancing procedures are becoming increasingly popular in dental practice, and dental nurses can advise patients on procedures and their results. A basic knowledge of lip augmentation will enable nurses to manage patients’ expectations and answer their questions
An overview of interdental cleaning aids
Authors: Dawson Trudie
Published: May 2014

Interdental cleaning can remove plaque that toothbrushes cannot reach. Flossing is not the only method—other interproximal aids include tape, superfloss, interdental brushes, woodsticks and waterjets. Trudie Dawson explains how interdental aids work, and when and how they should be used
Managing CQC requirements and visits: Planning and pitfalls
Authors: Hayes Keith
Published: May 2014

The Care Quality Commission inspects healthcare premises to ensure they meet its standards of quality and safety. Inspectors visit dental practices at short notice, talk to staff and patients, and ask some incisive questions about every aspect of how the practice is managed
Dental trauma in children. Part 1: causes and assessment
Authors: Power Rosie
Published: May 2014

Dental nurses are often required to carry out initial assessment and triage of patients who attend the dental clinic on an emergency basis. This article, the first in a series of two articles, covers the causes and classifications of dental trauma as well as the principles of history taking
Journeys in the book corner
Authors: Bromley Helen
Published: May 2014

Your setting will have a book corner, but is it meeting the needs of all children. In this series, Helen Bromley explains that it is not enough to simply have an area for reading, it must be utilised properly.
Use ICT to support thinking
Authors: Siraj-Blatchford John , Smith Kimberly Caroline
Published: May 2014

John Siraj-Blatchford and Kimberly Caroline Smith introduce the findings of a small-scale collaborative action research project that used a number of ICT programs to support sustained shared thinking.
Dame Tickell's EYFS review
Authors: Henty Neil
Published: May 2014

The Early Years: Foundations for life, health and learning, Dame Clare Tickell's review of the Early Years Foundation Stage made 46 recommendations to enhance and improve a largely popular framework.
Take nothing for granted
Authors: Keeling Lisa
Published: May 2014

An unsightly outside area, coupled with the reluctance of staff to make use of the outdoors, led Lisa Keeling to apply for funding that would help turn a dump into an aesthetic learning environment.
Brighter hopes from coast to coast
Authors: Bayram Liz
Published: May 2014

This year, National Childminding Week, will celebrate the role that registered childminders and nannies play in raising children's aspirations and giving them the best start in life, opening doors to the future.
Developing coaching
Authors: Jefferies Tina
Published: May 2014

Staff performance, abilities, skills and communication can all be improved by effective coaching, especially when budgets for external training courses are being squeezed or even cut altogether.
Picnics and passion fruit
Authors: Sargent Marianne
Published: May 2014

To provoke someone is to challenge them, to ask them to look at objects and situations differently, and to stimulate thought and questioning, which are all essential qualities for a developing child to learn.
The eye of the hurricane
Authors: Day Lin
Published: May 2014

We have all experienced the terrible two's, but toddler tantrums can be no laughing matter for those caring for young children, especially when they become disruptive, but you can minimise their impact.
Never odd nor even
Authors: Stevens Judith
Published: May 2014

Judith Stevens explores how young children in a nursery class in a south London primary school have been learning new maths vocabulary by talking together with families and practitioners.
The wild side of ponds
Authors: Francis-Pester Dawn
Published: May 2014

Dawn Francis-Pester describes the advantages of building a wildlife pond or bog garden in the grounds of your setting, and discusses some of the considerations for planning, construction, planting and maintenance.
Ritalin-free alternatives
Authors: Doyle Phoebe
Published: May 2014

With an estimated five percent of children in the UK diagnosed with ADHD and fears of the drug Ritalin never quite sub-siding, Phoebe Doyle sets out to uncover two alternatives using differing approaches.
Whole sector needs consistency
Authors: Bayram Liz
Published: May 2014

The government response to Dame Tickell's review of the Early Years Foundation Stage has much to commend it to registered childminders, however, it is vital that everyone contributes to the consultation.
Celebrating party time
Authors: Harries Judith
Published: May 2014

The final article in our series focusing on drama sessions for early years children explores the topic of parties and celebrations by using warm-ups, circle games, mime, physical drama and small world play.
Science in the early years
Authors: Quinn David
Published: May 2014

Although many practitioners enjoy scientific discovery with young children, it can sometimes prove difficult to know how to develop and extend these activities to further enhance learning and skills.
Illuminate the shadows
Authors: Sargent Marianne
Published: May 2014

Best practice in education makes clear the importance of engaging children in reflective learning, which is exactly what a provocation based on the themes of light and shadows will help you to do.
Agency Worker Regulations
Authors: Brierley David
Published: May 2014

Everyone working in the early years sector needs to be aware of regulations that came into force from October this year, that are designed to give agency workers the same rights as full-time employees.
Yule have a merry old time
Authors: Day Lin
Published: May 2014

For many children, Christmas is the highlight of their year, when presents and food mix with carols and decorations, family visits and games, religious observation and joy in the depths of mid-winter.
Address unsatisfactory sufficiency
Authors: Leitch Neil
Published: May 2014

The government's decision to expand its free entitlement offer to an extra 130,000 disadvantaged two-year-olds means that it needs to re-address its decision to only fund good or outstanding settings.
Smoking definitely not allowed here
Authors: Johnson Jennie
Published: May 2014

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Funding and standards key to EYFS
Authors: Bayram Liz
Published: May 2014

The government response to the EYFS revisions consultation made recommendations that were welcomed by the NCMA, but more needs to done to raise standards and to ensure adequate funding.
A letter from a meerkat
Authors: Stevens Judith
Published: May 2014

Our focus on language tends to fall on children who are struggling, but we need also to consider the more able children, especially the younger ones in nursery who already have good vocabulary.
Improving standards
Authors: Pascal Chris , Bertram Tony
Published: May 2014

The call for greater evidence-based research by a number of recent government reviews has led to a change in perspective regarding practitioner research and how it can improve sector standards.
Rise of the social toddler
Authors: Day Lin
Published: May 2014

A two-year-old child needs plenty of opportunities and encouragement to socially cooperate with their peers, even if the benefits may not immediately manifest themselves in group play and sharing.
Protecting vulnerable groups
Authors: Simpson Maggie
Published: May 2014

The Scottish government introduced a membership scheme in 2011 designed to increase protection for vulnerable groups, such as young children, but the high costs may lead to the opposite happening?
The physicality of learning
Authors: Goddard Blythe Sally
Published: May 2014

Assessing neuromotor readiness for learning: Why physical development is a foundation for success. Sally Goddard Blythe explores the need for introducing regular movement programmes in reception.
Candy Floss stays safe
Authors: Hayes Anne
Published: May 2014

As a part of a health and safety initiative at Bright Horizon's nurseries, a toy zebra called Candy Floss was used as an aid to teach children about the importance of looking after themselves, with great success.
Criminal record changes ahead
Authors: Brierley David
Published: May 2014

There are two significant changes on the horizon concerning the safeguarding of young children and vulnerable adults that will result in the creation of a new service and an online checking system.
Keeping an eye on art
Authors: Harries Judith , Astili Mel
Published: May 2014

This article is the first in a six-part series that will use the works of famous artists and sculptors as inspiration for practical activities in the setting, building on children's natural curiosity and creativity.
Areas of active learning
Authors: MacAdam Colin
Published: May 2014

Considering putting together structured play equipment in your outdoor area? Dr Colin MacAdam shares his top tips for creating the perfect playground for encouraging early years active learning.
Positive foundations
Authors: Uwins Janet
Published: May 2014

It is tempting when faced with change to put up the barriers and to find and amplify faults, this should not be necessary for the revised Early Years Foundation Stage, which has many positives for practice.
The art of good listening
Authors: Barber Jenny
Published: May 2014

As a profession we pride ourselves in listening to the voices of children and we are working hard to hear those of their parents also, but just how well do we afford the same courtesy to our staff teams?
The science of laughter
Authors: Day Lin
Published: May 2014

Humour, having fun and laughing are all essential elements in a happy, healthy and long life according to research, not only for young children, but also for adults in staff teams, working in early years settings.
What we can learn from … Diamond Jubilee
Authors: Chapman Ailsa
Published: May 2014

We are taking a break in our countries theme to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. This special occasion, only the second in the history of the monarchy, is perfect for planning activities.
Bring back flower power
Authors: Bromley Helen
Published: May 2014

In this 12-part series, Helen Bromley explores resources, that are either free or relatively cheap, that can help you make the most of your outdoor environment — this month, the beauty of flowers and petals.
Council proposes five term year
Authors: Mahon Darren
Published: May 2014

A proposal by Nottingham City Council to change to a five-term school year, with two-week holidays in between, has created debate among school staff, parents and unions, but what is best for children?
Design by Hundertwasser
Authors: Harries Judith , Astill Mel
Published: May 2014

The fourth article in our series, which explores the work of famous artists, using it to inspire creative activities, focuses on the pictures of paintings and buildings created by Friedensreich Hundertwasser.
Local Learning Studies
Authors: Jones Eleanor
Published: May 2014

Eleanor Jones' action research project looked at whether Forest School and natural learning experiences could be incorporated into a childminders' routine, with only limited time and access to the outdoors.
Practical Physical Policy
Authors: O'Dwyer Mareesa
Published: May 2014

This study investigates teacher perceptions in the differences of physical activity behaviours of children attending childcare facilities, with ideas on how to turn findings into practical strategies for the setting.
The Project Approach in the Early Years
Authors: Sargent Marianne
Published: May 2014

If the purpose of early education is to support practice that promotes the development of skills, independence and life-long learning, there is no better place to begin than the project approach.
A town laid out before us
Authors: Leeper Marion
Published: May 2014

Storytelling is a way of engaging children with a love of language and reading, but it is more than that, it acts as a connection between generations, between time periods and with the land's own memories.
A natural impression
Authors: Harries Judith , Astill Mel
Published: May 2014

The last article in our series that has explored the work of famous artists, using it to inspire creative activities, focuses on the impressionist paintings of American Mary Cassatt, who loved to paint children.
Overnight in hospital
Authors: Sharpe Deborah
Published: May 2014

There will be occasions when children will have an overnight, or longer, stay in hospital, or they may visit a relative; practitioners can help to take the mystery away through themed role-play activities.
Challenging attitudes
Authors: Harding Eve
Published: May 2014

Eve Harding shares a personal and honest tale about cultural and social attitudes, and the crucial need for self-reflection that has helped her to become a practitioner with high expectations of all children.
Experience of schemas
Authors: Rodgers Ann
Published: May 2014

By observing repeating patterns of behaviour and actions, often called schemas, practitioners can plan for meaningful experiences that build on a child's personal interests, extending their learning.
Quality and what it really costs
Authors: Lawson Deborah
Published: May 2014

There is a growing fear that the real cost of improving skills and qualifications in the sector will be left to the workforce themselves, but is this really a sustainable long-term solution, or one fraught with danger?
Whatever the weather
Authors: Bromley Helen
Published: May 2014

In this 12-part series, Helen Bromley explores resources, that are either free or relatively cheap, that can help you make the most of your outdoor environment - this month, making the most of the weather!
Bring colour to language
Authors: Rivolta Heidi
Published: May 2014

Learning the names of different colours in a new language is both fun and easy, and will give children an immediate sense of achievement, but it will also help them to start building up much longer phrases.
Inspections and quality
Authors: Barber Jenny
Published: May 2014

The Early Years Foundation Stage was not the only major revision made last year that affected the early years workforce, the inspection process and Self Evaluation Form also underwent significant change.
Storybook mathematics
Authors: Stevens Judith , Skinner Carole
Published: May 2014

Noticeable in the revised Early Years Foundation Stage is the lack of reference to maths talk, however, with many favourite stories offering rich opportunities for discussing numbers, do not be discouraged.
The two-year-old challenge
Authors: Tanuku Purnima
Published: May 2014

The NDNA November 2012 Business Performance Survey shows that there is still a large gap between what it costs providers to offer the free entitlement for two-year-olds and what is received in funding.
Build a lasting legacy
Authors: Jefferies Tina
Published: May 2014

When leading in a setting we might be tempted to do things for a ‘quick win’, however, you should be conscious of the fact that everything we do, and how we do it, will have a lasting impact on provision.
Boost ahead of boom
Authors: Johnson Jacqui
Published: May 2014

Early years settings are operating in straitened times, with every penny needing to be counted, both in and out, so it is imperative that plans are in place that keep an eye on costs while maximising income.
Not just sticking things
Authors: Keeling Lisa
Published: May 2014

Art in the early years should be about more than a session of sticking, gluing, painting and glittering, it is about the creative processes rather than finished products; and we should value children's work more.
Regulation should cover everyone
Authors: Pritchard Tricia
Published: May 2014

Although Liz Truss has stated her appreciation of the need for regulation in the sector, what are we to make of the fact that More Great Childcare makes no mention at all of nannies or nanny agencies.
Sharing books with baby
Authors: Clarke Jenni
Published: May 2014

Your setting should be packed full of interesting, multi-sensory and, preferably, home-made books and journals, that can be shared between enthusiastic, expressive adults and the babies in your care.
Investing in more than Ofsted
Authors: Tanuku Purnima
Published: May 2014

The government has announced that Ofsted is set to become the sole arbiter and judge of quality in provision, which presents many issues that need to be addressed if the policy is to benefit children.
What we can learn from… Growing up
Authors: Chapman Ailsa
Published: May 2014

This month, we take a short break from our series on countries and take a look at a topic that will be exciting and fascinating to children, that of growing up, which can link to a topic on lifecycles.
Rainbows and rivulets
Authors: Harries Judith , Astill Mel
Published: May 2014

The fifth in a six-part series that looks at different ‘objects’ in art and how artists explored their subject matter as a stimulus for providing practical early years activities – this month, we focus on weather in art.
If reception Then code
Authors: Bosley (top) Rachel , Bosley Mark
Published: May 2014

Children's exposure to technology still proves controversial, however, programmable toys and simple coding tasks can effectively build upon prior learning, drawing on sequences, pattern and rules.
Are we what we eat?
Authors: March Ally
Published: May 2014

A new study claims that children with special educational needs may benefit from taking supplements. Ally March looks at this study and its findings
Dia de los Santos Reyes
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

This month's assembly section focuses on the day Mexican families exchange gifts as a mark of the arrival of the Three Kings
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?
Venture into the unknown
Authors: March Ally
Published: May 2014

Ally March talks about the fear teachers may feel taking their children on school trips and explains that help is at hand
A brand new prejudice
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Do you think a child's personality and intelligence can change? If you don′t think it can change, it never will, says Stephanie Thornton
Creating beautiful displays
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

At the beginning of a school year, teachers and children are often faced with blank walls. Angela Youngman suggests ideas for cheering them up
Bullied for being different
Authors: Reid Beth
Published: May 2014

School can be a scary place for children with autism, and even more so when they become the target of bullying. Beth Reid explains why
Big book: Handa's Hen
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Stories from a range of cultures/Stories with predictable and patterned language
Growing gemstones!
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

May's gemstone is the emerald, therefore Paula Hammond's activities give the children the chance to grow their own-or at least some inexpensive green crystals!
Weird science
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Angela Youngman discusses some alternative ways to teach this subject to under-sevens
Strategies for active number assessments
Authors: Dabell John
Published: May 2014

John Dabell explores different exercises as ways of practising with children time, counting and symmetry
Virtually playing
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

Play is changing in our high tech world. It's a very different affair from what our parents or grandparents knew. As we set children up for the summer holidays, what should we be encouraging and worrying about?
The Train Ride
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

As we anticipate the holiday season, Liz Rhodes discusses ways of using this brightly illustrated and rhythmical book with a year 1 class. The focus for the week will be poetry
Our super senses
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Paula Hammond's science lesson teaches children all about our five senses and beyond
A change in store for reception children
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

A powerful committee of MPs is to review the future of child-care, early years′ provision and the Early Years Foundation Stage, it has emerged. The Commons′ Children, Schools and Families Select Committee was due to hold a hearing on May 21 to listen to evidence from experts about the impact of Government policies for the birth to five year age group.
Have we reached the promised land yet?
Authors: RHODES LIZ
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes discusses the effect that Ofsted inspections have had on teaching
Responsibility without respect or rewards?
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

How long can society sustain its current approach to responsibility and rewards before no-one wants to be a teacher anymore?
What makes a sound?
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

This month, Paula Hammond's activities focus on making and detecting sounds, using music as a springboard for exploration and discovery
How to help children with a stammer
Authors: Hughes Cheryl
Published: May 2014

Cheryl Hughes offers advice on how to best support children who stammer in the classroom
Learning with visualisers
Authors: Leech Christopher
Published: May 2014

Visualisers are a new and interactive way of engaging children as they explore and understand new topics, both in and out of the classroom, says Christopher Leech
It's a boy/girl thing
Authors: Louis Sara
Published: May 2014

New research is finding ever more differences between male and female brains, differences that may have implications for education
Persuasive pirates
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

Getting and keeping the attention of boys when it comes to reading and writing can be hard. You need a subject that appeals ′ which is why pirates are a good bet
Word & sentence level
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

Pupils should be taught new words from reading and shared experiences, and to make collections of personal interest or significant words and words linked to particular topics.
Room on the Broom
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

As with other Julia Donaldson books, there is a song at the end of the book, so before you share it with the children, it would be good to learn this yourself. It is printed on the last page.
Bowled over by cricket
Authors: Andrews Crispin
Published: May 2014

After an epic summer of cricket, take advantage of the interest generated by England′s Ashes victory over Australia and the brightly coloured carnival that was the World Cup Twenty20, to engage children′s interest in cricket related striking and fielding activities.
The Great Fire of London
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This literacy unit of work links with a History topic based on the Great Fire of London and uses fictional texts about firemen and emergency services.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Pupils made 14 months of progress in just 20 hours′ tuition-over four times the national rate. After the programme, pupils continued onwards and upwards, increasing their 'number age′ at an average of almost eight months progress in six months.
You should never judge a book by its cover
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes discusses the effect that their reputations can have on our expectations of our children
Story time: Time to revive a neglected art?
Authors: Louis Sara
Published: May 2014

Winter, as the world plunges into wind and storm and darkness, is-or used to be-the time for telling stories
Great Expectations
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Is faith strong enough to move mountains? Is faith the secret of the super-teacher′s success?
Rapping about recycling
Authors: Freyberg Tom
Published: May 2014

Tom Freyberg spends a day with an unusual new robot designed to get children thinking about what happens to their rubbish
A global dimension
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Dorothy Lepkowska talks to the teachers at Woodland′s Primary School, Birkenhead, about the impact international links have on the pupils
Maths in minutes
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

Whether it′s first thing in the morning, when lining up, at tidying-up time, or in a few spare minutes, there are good opportunities for extra, informal maths. Why not fit some of the following ideas into the school day?
Learning from Danish pedagogy
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes discusses what we can learn from the Danish system
Rage against the machine
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

What′s the best way to cope with an enraged child? Stephanie Thornton discusses this issue
Reading the rhyme
Authors: Dunn Carrie
Published: May 2014

Parents are always encouraged to read more with their children. But rather than reading classic storybooks, new research suggests that children actually want to read more poetry
A Newly Qualified Teacher's survival guide
Authors: Keates Chris , Adams Margaret
Published: May 2014

Chris Keates, the general secretary of the National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT) talks about the crucial first year of a teacher′s career
What do you see?
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This unit of non-fiction work is based on explanations of things the children have witnessed and listened to, as well as their own ideas and observations.
Being a teacher all day long, every day
Authors: RHODES LIZ
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes has a look at the General Teaching Council′s proposed new code of conduct and practice.
The green−eyed monster
Authors: Thornton Stephanie
Published: May 2014

Jealousy is at the root of a great deal of difficult behaviour. Stephanie Thornton asks: What′s the best way to handle it?
Making music matter
Authors: Cosh Jackie
Published: May 2014

In Scotland, three jazz musicians are helping children appreciate music. Their sessions are particularly effective with special needs children.
International learning
Authors: Henshaw Pete
Published: May 2014

Hundreds of primary schools are linking effectively with international pupils as young as four. Pete Henshaw visited Cauldeen Primary School in Inverness to find out more.
Learn about plants
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Even before children start school they begin to gather information about what is around them. Teachers should encourage and develop this innate curiosity to explore and question the natural world. However, it is not easy to develop scientific thinking while retaining children′s interest in the subject.
What next after the curriculum is criticised?
Authors: Hindmarch Sonali
Published: May 2014

Shortly after the Cambridge review of primary education was launched in 2006, the government announced its own review, to be led by Sir Jim Rose. To many, this was seen as a rival to the Cambridge review.
Ten white snowmen
Authors: Croft Sue
Published: May 2014

Although it is the beginning of spring, we have just had a bout of snow. This lesson is a good way to get children involved in maths, while recounting their fun in the recent snow.
How about linking with schools abroad?
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

One headteacher explains why international links work well in his school
The big bad book
Authors: Hoad Elizabeth
Published: May 2014

This article follows on from the activities from last month′s article, which was based on Lauren Child′s Beware of the Storybook Wolves. These activities are based on the next book Who′s Afraid of the Big Bad Book?.
Tempting taste tests
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

Last month′s activities focused on eyesight. This month, we′ll continuing the theme of our five senses, examining our taste buds.
Smartest Giant in Town
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Before you read this book with the children it would be a good idea to familiarise yourself with the tune to the song, which is printed with full accompaniment on the inside of the back cover. (If you don′t read music, make up a tune of your own so that you can sing it with the children consistently.)
Grow your own grub
Authors: Youngman Angela
Published: May 2014

What better way to encourage healthy eating than to eat vegetables you have grown yourself? Most schools now have their own vegetable plots and the onset of spring means work to be done tidying, sowing and growing.
That sounds like Tobego!
Authors: Cairns Rae , Marshall Catherine
Published: May 2014

Rae Cairns and Catherine Marshall reflect on how the Tobego Tourism Board′s campaign came to be and their school′s integral role in the process
Big and Busy Space
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Show the class the front and back covers. Is it a fiction or non-fiction book? Which words give you a clue that it′s non-fiction ′discover the secrets of the universe′)? Will it contain photographs, diagrams or drawings (all of them)? Th e back cover shows children being active and a parents′ guide. Th is tells parents that the book is very good for learning about space. Why is this addressed to parents rather than children (they are usually the people who buy books and they can help children learn about space too)?
Because they arrrrrr!
Authors: Hodge Paul
Published: May 2014

International Speak Like a Pirate Day is coming up on September 19. This week′s activities show how to integrate art, design and technology (D&T) music, PE and science to bring a little ′shiver me timbers′ into your classroom.
News
Authors: Lepkowska Dorothy
Published: May 2014

Early years and childcare professionals have expressed their sadness at the departure of Beverley Hughes, the Children′s Minister.
It's all over now... for this year at least
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes discusses the unnecessary pressures caused by schools′ admissions policies
Truth, lies and politics
Authors: Mill Patsy
Published: May 2014

We routinely fudge conversations with parents. Is this really the best way to go, or are we creating trouble by trying to avoid it? How honest should we be with parents?
Five to sevens and the stress of modern living
Authors: LOUIS SARA
Published: May 2014

If it′s not one thing it′s another. Should we be managing young children′s exposure to stressful news differently?
The Leonardo effect
Authors: Cosh Jackie
Published: May 2014

Jackie Cosh describes an experimental programme in which children learn about a particular topic, using art and science
Building bridges
Authors: Hammond Paula
Published: May 2014

For this month′s activities we′ll be giving children the opportunity to develop their engineering skills by building their own bridges, which will then be tested–to destruction! During the course of the week, children will be encouraged to:
Front and back door maths
Authors: Dabel John
Published: May 2014

Maths schemes of work are great aren′t they? They′re like recipe books. They tell you what you need and how to cook it and if you follow the recipe to the letter then you′re guaranteed a perfect meal. So, what have we inside our maths cook books?
Music and movement
Authors: Andrews Crispin
Published: May 2014

Music delights and intrigues children. A natural and instinctive combination, it can form the basis of many activities that allow elements of the PE and music to be combined.
A teachers' charter: Rubbished by government
Authors: Rhodes Liz
Published: May 2014

Liz Rhodes highlights some aspects of the Cambridge Primary Review