Play Blog — mindfulness

Edx Education and TOTFest® have joined forces once again for a spectacular summer of fun and learning in 2024! TOTFest®, the ultimate festival for young children, is set to delight little ones and their families across five locations in the UK. This year’s events will feature special play stations designed for children

Fostering Creativity Creativity flourishes in an environment where possibilities are endless. Open-ended toys are instrumental in creating such an environment. When children play with these toys, they are not confined by rules or specific outcomes. A set of linking cubes can become a castle, a spaceship, or a fantastical creature – all in the same play session. This freedom encourages children to think outside the box, experiment, and innovate. According to Heather Welch from Edx Education this type of unstructured play is crucial for nurturing creative thinking skills that will serve children well throughout their lives.  

Today, we'll explore the concept of self-regulation further, shedding light on how caregivers can navigate this terrain effectively using a holistic approach, while incorporating engaging activities with toys from Edx Education. To truly grasp the essence of self-regulation in children, it's imperative to understand the five domains that influence their behaviour. These domains, though distinct, are intricately interconnected, offering insights into the underlying factors shaping a child's responses.

Discovering and managing our emotions isn't always an innate skill, yet it's crucial for our well-being. Fortunately, mindfulness offers a pathway to recognising and controlling our emotions, empowering us to navigate through challenging feelings and behaviours. Through simple mindfulness exercises,