I am super excited to share with you a 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt's' Small World we have made!
If you follow us over on Instagram you will know that we are very outdoorsy. Whilst out on our ventures it's common for stories to creep into what we are doing and we enjoy reciting and chanting parts of the story. We're Going on A Bear Hunt is one that we do quite often, especially as we reach the squelchy mud!
It's a story that's been a favourite world wide for a quarter of a century - children (and adults) love it! If you haven't seen the animation that they released Christmas 2016 - put it on your to do list! It's brilliant! Today I am sharing with you how you too can make a small world inspired by this wonderful book.

March is National Reading Month. This makes it the perfect opportunity to have reading more of a focus in your homes and settings. Reading is lots of fun and takes children off into the world of their imagination. It gives them ideas, introduces them to new places, new people, new words. Lots of learning takes place and not only that it's a great activity for bonding. Whether you are snuggling down together for a bedtime story after a busy day or having your child climb upon your lap to read their favourite tale - its a time that brings you together. 

National Reading Month has been running since 2010. Lots of schools and settings celebrate World Book Day during this month too. Lots of children and adults dress up as characters from their favourite stories! What are your children dressing up as this year? 

As part of National Reading Month we have teamed up with a brilliant collection of other websites and childcare settings to show you how you can take your children's favourite books and use them to inspire playtime. Each day there will be a new book with a fabulous craft, activity or small world linking to it. 

Get in touch and let us know which books you would like to see in the collection!!