Entries by Helen Bakie

Can Dads do Messy Play too?

Dad – we want you! Father’s day is fast approaching, and what a fabulous opportunity to celebrate those special grown ups in our lives! Whether it be dad, step-dad, uncle, granddad, godfather, they all make such a difference in our lives. Here at Little Learners Longfield & Sevenoaks, we absolutely adore meeting our little one’s daddies! It’s not […]

Why we love chickpeas for sensory play

Coloured chickpeas make an awesome sensory base, with rich colours, bumpy round shapes and extra weight they certainly stimulate the senses! For the Little Learners who come to my classes, chickpeas are without doubt their favourite activity, I like to refer to them as ‘Rice – Upgraded’! Due to their extra weight, they make such […]