A poor life this is, if, full of care. We have no time to stand and stare’ W. H. Davies

1/ How joyful! A whole publication ack. children's joy.So many insightful articles. If int. i’m cons. flow as a pathway to deep joy, p.18 & how our neurodivergent children may afford us powerful guidance re entering/detaching from flow, & creating conditions earlyyearswales.hflip.co/smalltalk_Ju...

Into how children und. & experience participative rights? Check out ‘Our Voice…’ a book co-constructed with young children sharing perspectives of children across Wales on being heard & inv. in decisions affecting their lives Int. in book process? DM any q’s (children’s research lead) #research

When your 4yrs & can pick out the best tree in the forest to have lunch under.. Then sits under the tree & gifts her reflections… ‘We had lots of laughing today didn’t we Jacqui, & laughing talk which is when you talk & laugh at the same time’ Be still my heart! #childhood

Looking for Makaton training? October team offer available, DM to express interest #earlychildhood #schools #education #EDUSKY

So…would you leave it there, or are you walking home with a new stick? 🌿 #StickTock #childhood #Magic

If you’re feeling a lot and lost ur rhythm… feel free to borrow a little of this wayward wag #waterahead #overwhelmed #comingorgoing

A phrase that is harder to swallow than the juice!

Wonderful speakers at BECERA a great space to develop courage Pascal & Bertram are real culture cultivators! Inspiring to see faces behind those I’ve applauded & cited. Inspiring key note from Laura Lundy however slight shakes presenting complexities through the Lundy Model in her presence!

Schools & settings are you looking for Makaton training for your team? Email: thethinkingspotconsultancy@gmail.com or find me on instagram the_thinking_spot_ Early Ed Consultancy

Good to present updates on our project today and share interesting dialogue with our network members childrens-participation.org