Scotland eyes outdoor learning as model for reopening of schools Local authorities are exploring how using outdoor space could optimise physical distancing Outdoor learning could offer a template for socially distanced schooling across Scotland, according to practitioners who believe the coronavirus pandemic could push parents and teachers to embrace the benefits of education in the … Continue reading Scotland eyes outdoor learning as model for reopening of schools
Techniques for relieving stress from the HeartMath Institute Here is a 15mins long video which shows 3 simple HeartMath techniques to reduce stress, bring us into homeostasis (which is a reparative state), and helps with our decision-making. HeartMath techniques video
Dr Aric Sigman writes for the All Party Parliamentary Group on a Fit and Healthy Childhood If the lockdown had lyrics, for many children the chorus would be “I’m bored”. We’ve developed a keen sense of entitlement for variety and choice in our lives and many are exhibiting withdrawal symptoms in the face of the … Continue reading Lockdown: Bring on the Boredom
'Our Twelfth Annual Vancouver Neufeld Conference, scheduled to take place this past weekend, was cancelled due to the pandemic. Of course, we were very disappointed to give up the opportunity to gather in-person with many of you. Time didn't allow us to switch the entire conference to a livestream platform, however, Gordon was able to … Continue reading Parenting Through The Pandemic – Dr. Gordon Neufeld
Playing actively in and around the home - Play Wales Play Wales's latest resource – Playing actively in and around the home – includes information about: The importance of play in times of stress What the UK Chief Medical Officers’ physical activity guidelines say Ensuring children are active whilst socially distancing Playing actively indoors Play … Continue reading Ways to Support children at home
The Mayor of London has completed the last stage of the process of sending his Intend to Publish London Plan to the Secretary of State for approval. On 13th March, the Secretary of State wrote to the Mayor setting out his consideration of the Mayor’s Intend to Publish London Plan. The Secretary of State’s letter and … Continue reading Mayor’s Intend to Publish London Plan
