Free Guide Notes for Our Books

Guide Notes for the ES Pages Literacy Series

For each book in the ES Pages Literacy Series, we have developed “Guide Notes” for parents, carers and teachers. These Guide Notes are intended to give ideas for activities which will extend learning based on the stories.

You can download and access each of the Guide Notes for free in PDF format.

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An Efficient Clean Up Method For Blocks

 Super Easy Clean Up Method for Blocks This is an efficient clean-up method which I wish I’d known about years ago. It works really well with blocks such as Duplo or Lego, or any other construction set or small toys.

All you need is a large sheet.
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The Wonders of Nature

The Wonders of NatureNo matter how many art and craft activities I provide for the boys, they can never compare to the wonders discovered when children have the opportunity to get outside and explore.

Recently, the boys were playing in the sand at the edge of a river.

Suddenly, there were shouts of delight as a sting-ray swam right past their feet.
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Draw With Light

Draw With LightEver since I read about drawing with light, I’ve wanted to try it with the boys. Last night, we finally had the opportunity. This is something you really have to try as it’s so effective! Better still, it’s really easy to organise and do. So grab the torches and the camera, it’s time to play! Continue reading