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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

🧡 Finger Fidget Stones 🧡 Perfect for little

🧡 Finger Fidget Stones 🧡
Perfect for little hands that need something to do, these beautifully designed stones offer a soothing sensory experience. Whether it’s during transitions, moments of overwhelm, or simply to support focus, children can choose the texture that feels just right.

#momentsofcalm #fidget #sensorydevelopment #emotionalregulation #calm #transitioning #yellowdoorplay #earlyyearseducation #mindfulplay #fidgettoys #sensoryplayideas

🍃🐝🌼 With World Bee Day just around the co

🍃🐝🌼 With World Bee Day just around the corner, we’re thrilled to share our Honey Bee Number Cards - perfectly paired with our Honey Bee Number Stones!

These beautifully illustrated activity cards are a fun and hands-on way to build essential early maths skills. Covering numbers 1–10, number sequences, odd and even numbers, and number bonds to 10, they bring early numeracy to life through sensory-rich play.

Let’s get buzzing for playful learning and number fun this World Bee Day!

#worldbeeday #earlyyearslearning #numberfun #playfulmaths #sensorylearning #yellowdoorplay #eyfsactivities #handsonmaths #earlychildhoodeducators #yellowdooreducation

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