Training resources
Call 0800 387 457 to request copies of the free resources below. You can also download the booklets in PDF format or view the videos online.
Educational booklets
Lighting the fire
28-page booklet on hands-on investigation, play and outdoor learning in primary education.
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I made a unicorn
24-page booklet on open-ended play with blocks and simple materials.
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Spaces
20-page booklet on room layout for early childhood education.
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Creating places
20-page booklet on room layout for birth to threes.
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Children come first
20-page booklet offering advice on selecting equipment for early childhood classrooms.
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Training packs
Lighting the fireLighting the fire
This 44-slide PowerPoint presentation on . hands-on investigation, play and outdoor learning in primary education. Includes trainer's notes, handouts, and Lighting the fire booklet.
Simple materialsSimple materials
This 63-slide PowerPoint presentation demonstrates the importance of free-flow play. Includes trainer's notes, handouts, and I made a unicorn booklet.

Enabling playEnabling play
This 70-slide PowerPoint presentation provides guidance for creating child-friendly rooms. Includes trainer's notes, handouts, and Spaces and Creating places booklets.
Training videos
Nursery gym DVDThe Nursery gym from Siren Films
Filmed in Pen Green, this video follows children exploring the Nursery gym. Watch young adventurers experiment with cause-and-effect, action and sound.
Foundations CDFoundations - block play
Instructive video illustrating the value of block play. Perfect for staff development.

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