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Supporting Speech & Language Development in the Early Childhood

Posted on July 4, 2024

Jenny Hiller, CORU Registered, Senior Speech and Language Therapist, offers invaluable guidance to practitioners through a collection of short videos to support speech & language development in early childhood.

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3 Ways to Play with Our Wooden Flower Tiles: 🌸 3 Ways to Play with Our Wooden Flower Tiles:
🌸 Match – Find and pair the same flower shapes.
🌸 Snap – Take turns spotting matching tiles and shout “Snap!”
🌸Imprinting – Press into playdough or sand to create beautiful nature-inspired patterns.

These beautiful wooden tiles offer a wonderful sensory experience, encouraging children to touch, feel, and connect with patterns found in the natural world.

Simple, open-ended play that sparks curiosity and creativity!

#woodentoys #natureplay #sensoryplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #learningthroughplay #eyfs #childminderactivities #earlyyearsresources #openendedplay #montessoriinspired #outdoorlearning #naturalplay
It’s Outdoor Classroom Day and we’ve loved bei It’s Outdoor Classroom Day and we’ve loved being outside exploring through sensory play! From digging in the mud to splashing in water trays, it’s all about learning through hands-on fun and discovery. Perfect for curious little minds!

#outdoorclassroomday #sensoryplay #earlyyears #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #learningthroughplay #outdoorlearning #eyfs #natureplay #outdoorplay #outdoorplayideas #1000hoursoutside
How inviting does this Dino Tray Play look by • How inviting does this Dino Tray Play look by • @_thecub_house! 🦖💚
A perfect mix of nature, imagination, and sensory fun—ideal for little explorers to dig, discover, and play outdoors.

#dinoplay  #outdoorlearning  #natureplay  #childledplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
We adore this beautiful and engaging nature-inspir We adore this beautiful and engaging nature-inspired activity by • @mylittlegirltribe!

The girls looked like they had so much fun exploring our Sensory Calming Trails. Such a lovely fine motor activity to enjoy outdoors in the fresh air, listening to the birds sing. A calm, creative start to the day!

#sensoryplay #outdoorlearning #natureplay #finemotorskills #earlyyears #learningthroughplay #mindfulmoment #eyfsactivities #childledplay #loosepartsplay
Dinosaur Erupting Volcano! 🌋🦖 We used Gelli Dinosaur Erupting Volcano! 🌋🦖
We used Gelli Play by @zimplikids as the lava and it made the whole thing so much fun! A roaring success with our little dino explorers.

#dinosaurplay #volcanoeruption #sensoryplay #littleexplorers  #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
We’ve brought a little seaside magic into our ma We’ve brought a little seaside magic into our maths play! Creating a sensory-rich beach-themed learning invitation.

In our sand tray, children can:
💛Scoop and pour sand into number trays, exploring how much each number holds
💛 Sort and count shells and gems into the trays – great for number bonds and 1:1 correspondence
💛 Combine trays to see how numbers fit together and form early arrays
💛 Use the Little Looking Shapes to match and fit pieces, then fill them with sand for a fun fine motor challenge

#earlyyearsmaths 
#yellowdooreducation 
#sandtrayplay 
#learningthroughplay 
#eyfsactivities 
#sensorymaths 
#handsonlearning 
#woodenresources
It’s Hedgehog Awareness Week! Did you know hedg It’s Hedgehog Awareness Week!

Did you know hedgehogs need our help? These little animals love to wander through gardens looking for food, but sometimes they need a helping hand.

Here are some simple ways we can all help our spiky friends:
🍃Make a hedgehog highway! Ask a grown-up to make a small hole in the garden fence so hedgehogs can explore safely.
🍃Leave a wild corner! Piles of leaves, logs, and long grass are perfect homes for hedgehogs.
🍃Put out water and food. A shallow dish of water and some meaty cat food (not fishy!) can really help.
🍃Check before you strim or mow. Hedgehogs like to curl up in quiet places – always take a look first!
🍃Never give them milk or bread. It can make them poorly.

Let’s be kind to hedgehogs and make our gardens a safe place for them to snuffle and snooze!

 🎥 • @the_play_adventures_ 🦔

#hedgehogawarenessweek #sensorytray #learningthroughplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
We’re loving this small world construction play We’re loving this small world construction play — perfect for inspiring big imaginations in little builders!

From diggers to dump trucks, it’s a hands-on way to explore teamwork, problem-solving, and storytelling in the early years.

#smallworldplay #constructionplay #earlyyearslearning #invitationtoplay #toddleractivities #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #learningthroughplay #openendedplay
Exploring farm footprints is a great way to spark Exploring farm footprints is a great way to spark curiosity and storytelling.

There are always plenty of animals to see down on the farm, but sometimes the real adventure begins when you follow their footprints to find them! 🐾 

#earlyyears #farmtheme #learningthroughplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #outdoorlearning #sensoryplay #toddleractivities #eyfsideas #invitationtoplay
Urban Small World Play 🚙 Bring the buzz of the Urban Small World Play 🚙 
Bring the buzz of the city into your setting with an Urban Small World setup! From roads and traffic lights to buildings, parks, and people — children can explore everyday life in a miniature world. Perfect for developing language, problem-solving, social skills, and storytelling, all while supporting real-world connections.

Add vehicles, signs, small figures, and sensory elements like gravel or rubber roads for extra engagement!

#smallworldplay  #urbanplay  #eyfs  #learningthroughplay  #looseparts  #imaginativeplay  #steminspiration  #earlychildhoodeducation
Simple Sensory Fun for World Ocean Day! 🌊🪸🐠 
This easy-to-set-up ocean-themed sensory tray is perfect for little hands to explore and learn through play.

We used just a few simple components:
Fish, rocks, and gelatin with a drop of blue food colouring to create a wobbly, under-the-sea scene!

Follow the instructions on the gelatin packet, let it set, and then invite children to rescue and dig out the fish—a fantastic way to strengthen fine motor skills, encourage curiosity, and spark imaginative play.

Save this idea for a fun and educational way to mark World Ocean Day! 🌊🪸🐠

#playbasedlearnin #learningthroughplay #sensoryplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #invitationtoplay #finemotorskills #kidsactivities #sensoryplayideas #toddleractivitiesً #earlychildhoodeducation #preschoolactıvıtıes #openendedplay #playideas #messyplay #eyfs #worldoceanday
Happy Space Day! 🌟 Today’s the perfect time Happy Space Day! 🌟 

Today’s the perfect time where children can embark on a space expedition as they roll and stamp into playdough to reveal fascinating tactile scenes, including astronauts, rocket launches, space walks, and more.

Through hands-on exploration, children can blast off into learning - developing creativity, language, and fine motor skills as they journey through the stars.

#space  #earlyyears  #learningthroughplay  #spaceplay  #imaginativeplay #toddleractivities #eyfsideas #invitationtoplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
Fun in the sun! ☀️ How refreshing and inspiri Fun in the sun! ☀️ 
How refreshing and inspiring does this beautiful rockpool setup by • @gemmas_childminding look?
The children look like they’re having so much fun investigating, exploring, and discovering all the wonders we might find in a real rockpool — from shells to sea creatures!

Such a wonderful way to support language development, curiosity, and imaginative play outdoors!

#earlyyears #eyfs #outdoorlearning #sensoryplay #loosepartsplay #natureplay #earlychildhoodeducation #inquirybasedlearning #childledlearning #smallworldplay #stemineyfs #playfullearning #tufftrayideas #learningthroughplay #openendedresources #messyplayfun #earlyyearsinspo
We’re absolutely loving this Ratatouille-inspire We’re absolutely loving this Ratatouille-inspired sensory tray by • @jacotteetsuzette ~ 🍅

A beautifully creative setup that’s perfect for any little chef in the making — full of textures, colours, and opportunities for imaginative play.

Sensory play that’s almost good enough to eat!

#sensoryplay #invitationtoplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #toddleractivities #handsonlearning #playmatters #earlylearningthroughplay #sensorytray #littlechefs
We’re loving this brilliant dig site setup by • @mamalovesbooks_and_play

“Little palaeontologists at work” — an afternoon of fossil hunting in DIY taste-safe mud! Made with flour, chocolate powder, and sunflower oil, it’s perfect for creating imprints and can be reused for all kinds of small world play.

Featuring our prehistoric teeth and wooden dinosaur characters, this is such a fun way to spark curiosity and imaginative play.

@yellow_door_education prehistoric teeth and wooden dinosaurs plus all utensils from @stegandrex
You can use code MAMALOVES10 for a discount 

#sensoryplay #messyplay #earlyyearsplay #invitationtoplay #learningthroughplay #toddleractivities #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
So many wonderful small world scenes full of adven So many wonderful small world scenes full of adventure and imagination, thanks to the lovely @tufftray_adventures.

We love how the Natural Sorting Stones – Nature can be used to create everything from forests and mountains to oceans and deserts - perfect for sparking storytelling and exploring different environments through play.

#smallworldplay #tufftrayideas #natureplay #openendedplay #eyfsinspiration #learningthroughplay #outdoorlearning #earlyyearsideas #loosepartsplay #childledplay #playbasedlearning #invitationtoplay #yellowdooreducation #creativelearning #exploringnature #yellowdoorplay
What a fun maths activity by • @thecolburncreati What a fun maths activity by • @thecolburncreative — such a wonderful way to learn!

🐞 Ladybug Maths 🐞 is a playful and hands-on approach to early maths, encouraging counting, sorting, and number recognition through sensory play.

 #earlymaths #sensorylearning #handsonlearning #yellowdooreducation #playtolearn #mathsthroughplay #earlyyearsfun
We’re loving this wild and wonderful play from • @penny.plays featuring our Let’s Investigate – Safari Footprints, available from @little_acornsuk!

From squishy dough to careful matching, this hands-on activity is a brilliant way to explore animal tracks, make connections, and spark imaginative play. Flip the stones for even more learning fun - such a roar-some idea!

#toddleractivities #invitationtoplay #safarianimals #learningthroughplay #playdoughfun #openendedplay #preschoolplayideas #handsonlearning #eyfsideas #earlylearningthroughplay #sensoryplayideas #montessoriathome #playbasedlearning #stemforkids #wildlearning #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
The sun is shining and we’re sharing this epic O The sun is shining and we’re sharing this epic Ocean Sensory Tray as inspiration 🌊 

Splash into summer with our Ocean Sensory Tray — a perfect way to inspire early years creativity and exploration.
Using sand and water little ones have been busy creating their very own ocean potions and discovering the magic of the sea!

🎥 @little_wise_owls_childminding

#summerfun #earlyyears #oceansensorytray #oceanpotions #sandandwaterplay #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay #kidsactivities #sensoryplay
We’re loving this gorgeous setup from our amazin We’re loving this gorgeous setup from our amazing US trade partner • @oak.and.ever featuring our Let’s Roll – Number Frames!

Such a playful and hands-on way to explore counting, number recognition, and early maths skills.

#toddleractivities #earlylearning #handsonlearning #montessoriathome #homeschoolideas #mathsisfun #invitationtoplay #openendedplay #learnthroughplay #woodentoys #creativeplay #preschoolactivities #numeracyskills #childledlearning #educationalplay #playbasedlearning #stemforkids #yellowdooreducation ##yellowdoorplay
We’re loving this creative way to explore mark-m We’re loving this creative way to explore mark-making by • @joys.of.learning and our Feels Write Prewriting Stones!

Little hands exploring sensory fun with shaving cream and the stones — tracing patterns with their fingers, then recreating them in the shaving cream. It’s messy, it’s tactile, and it’s so good for building fine motor skills! Plus, who doesn’t love learning through play?

#earlylearning #playbasedlearning #yellowdooreducation sensoryplay #messyplay #learningthroughplay #earlychildhoodeducation #preschoolactivities #yellowdoorplay #finemotorskills #handsonlearning #creativelearning #prewritingskills #toddleractivities #preschoolteacher #playislearning #childledlearning #earlyyears #messyplayideas #toddlerplayideas #invitationtoplay #homeschoolfun #montessoriathome #reggioinspired
Exploring animal tracks has never been more engagi Exploring animal tracks has never been more engaging! These wild animal roll arounds spark curiosity and invite little hands to get creative with patterns and prints - can you guess which animal made each mark?

Perfect for encouraging observation, language, and storytelling, this kind of sensory play supports fine motor development while connecting children to the natural world in a playful, hands-on way.

#earlyyearsideas #sensoryplay #learningthroughplay #eyfsinspiration #patternplay #wildanimals #childledlearning #playmatters #yellowdooreducation #yellowdoorplay
Who’s splashing in the rockpool today? The water Who’s splashing in the rockpool today?
The waterfall is flowing and the fish are ready to explore!

#smallworld 
#imaginativeplay 
#tufftrayideas 
#earlyyearsideas 
#learningthroughplay 
#waterplay 
#sensoryplayideas 
#curiosity 
#natureinspiredplay 
#eyfsinspiration 
#openendedplay 
#playfullearning 
#storytelling
Look at this inspiring bee-themed play setup by th Look at this inspiring bee-themed play setup by the wonderful • @amelie_etlesloustics — absolutely perfect for sparking curiosity and creativity ahead of #WorldBeeDay!

Such a beautiful way to blend nature, learning, and imaginative play. Let’s keep buzzing with ideas like this! 🍃💛🐝

#worldbeeday #beeplay #natureplay #imaginativeplay #earlyyearsinspiration #sensorylearning #playfullearning #beethemedplay #eyfsactivities #reggioinspired #yellowdoorplay #yellowdooreducation

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