I know lots of you follow us on Instagram and watch our stories. If you got round to watching them recently you will know that the boys have started to spot ladybirds/ladybugs whilst out and about exploring the great outdoors. I wanted to build on this once we were back at home so I set a little sensory play up for them. 

I follow lots of inspirational people on Instagram. I was inspired by a wonderful set up by - Makes Sense Toys . It was the perfect time to give it a go and as always was well received by the children.

We were given the opportunity to review some Schleich Dinosaurs. I often admire their figures when I'm out and about shopping. They are so realistic and are a fantastic resource for imaginative play and learning.

Neve has been dinosaur crazy for quite a while now. She has enjoyed dinosaur topics at school twice and her interest in them has never gone away. Dinosaurs have long fascinated and excited children as young minds imagine their colossal size, mighty roars and formidable power. I kept it a secret that we were having this wonderful opportunity as I wanted to suprize her. 

The dinosaurs landed. Neve was at school. She has a loft bedroom so I dotted them on the stairs for her to discover when she got back. She was overjoyed. Squeals at her discovery were heard and she took them up in her bedroom to go and play.

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Schools are currently in a huge funding crisis nationally. Many schools have seen cuts in staffing, interventions, training and resources for the children. With all this in mind making an Easter Bonnet hasn't felt quite right this year.

With the warmer weather on the way and plentiful outdoor play on the cards many of us have taken to re-evaluating and planning our outdoor areas for the children. Creative, cost effective outdoor play and equipment that will foster creative and imaginative play in abundance. 

I have been busy searching the web finding the very best creations outside recycling wooden pallets/crates. Let’s take a look at some of the most inspirational creations on the World Wide Web- 

I am seriously so proud of the Facebook Community Group I run. It is very different from the page so if you haven't already be sure to come and join! It's a place where you share your set ups, inspire others and perhaps ask for some advice and support at times too. Be sure to follow us on Instagram too! We share all our activities over there first.

A few weeks back a lovely lady called Gem Paul shared her Nature Hunt cards that she had been busy doing with the children. I fell in love and knew instantly I wanted to do something similar with my children.