KatieB Kids
@katiebkids.bsky.social
Our mission at KatieB Kids is to create a daytime family, rooted in happiness, where childhood is just as it should be.
Senior Piccoli educator Nicki has been busy behind the scenes 🧵
Last week she fired up the sewing machine to create some very exciting new sensory play resources…
All will be revealed soon!
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #sensoryplay #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
Last week she fired up the sewing machine to create some very exciting new sensory play resources…
All will be revealed soon!
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #sensoryplay #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
February 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Senior Piccoli educator Nicki has been busy behind the scenes 🧵
Last week she fired up the sewing machine to create some very exciting new sensory play resources…
All will be revealed soon!
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #sensoryplay #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
Last week she fired up the sewing machine to create some very exciting new sensory play resources…
All will be revealed soon!
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #sensoryplay #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
The first daffodils are popping up outside the nursery 🌼
A little sign that spring is on its way- bringing brighter days with it!
A little sign that spring is on its way- bringing brighter days with it!
January 30, 2026 at 8:43 AM
The first daffodils are popping up outside the nursery 🌼
A little sign that spring is on its way- bringing brighter days with it!
A little sign that spring is on its way- bringing brighter days with it!
This week’s Little Linguists French word is Bonjour! 🇫🇷
We use this to greet Monsieur Lapin at the start of our sessions, helping children build confidence and familiarity with French through warm, playful routines 🐰
#littlelinguists #eyfs #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
We use this to greet Monsieur Lapin at the start of our sessions, helping children build confidence and familiarity with French through warm, playful routines 🐰
#littlelinguists #eyfs #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
January 23, 2026 at 5:03 PM
This week’s Little Linguists French word is Bonjour! 🇫🇷
We use this to greet Monsieur Lapin at the start of our sessions, helping children build confidence and familiarity with French through warm, playful routines 🐰
#littlelinguists #eyfs #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
We use this to greet Monsieur Lapin at the start of our sessions, helping children build confidence and familiarity with French through warm, playful routines 🐰
#littlelinguists #eyfs #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
Our Little Linguists Spanish phrase of the week is Hola, '¿cómo estás?'
The children have been practising this friendly greeting throughout the day, learning how language helps us connect with others and express care for our friends.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
The children have been practising this friendly greeting throughout the day, learning how language helps us connect with others and express care for our friends.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
January 16, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Our Little Linguists Spanish phrase of the week is Hola, '¿cómo estás?'
The children have been practising this friendly greeting throughout the day, learning how language helps us connect with others and express care for our friends.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
The children have been practising this friendly greeting throughout the day, learning how language helps us connect with others and express care for our friends.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
Our Little Linguists French phrase of the week is 'Ça va?'
Our younger children have been practising this as they greet each other in the mornings, learning to check in with friends and build confidence through everyday conversation.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
Our younger children have been practising this as they greet each other in the mornings, learning to check in with friends and build confidence through everyday conversation.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
January 16, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Our Little Linguists French phrase of the week is 'Ça va?'
Our younger children have been practising this as they greet each other in the mornings, learning to check in with friends and build confidence through everyday conversation.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
Our younger children have been practising this as they greet each other in the mornings, learning to check in with friends and build confidence through everyday conversation.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #communication #littlelinguists
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at KatieB Kids ✨🎄
Today is a day for slowing down, soaking up the magic, and holding close the people who matter most.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #merrychristmas #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
Today is a day for slowing down, soaking up the magic, and holding close the people who matter most.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #merrychristmas #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
December 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at KatieB Kids ✨🎄
Today is a day for slowing down, soaking up the magic, and holding close the people who matter most.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #merrychristmas #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
Today is a day for slowing down, soaking up the magic, and holding close the people who matter most.
#eyfs #earlyyearseducation #merrychristmas #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
Our children had the most wonderful time celebrating, laughing, dancing and creating festive memories this afternoon. A huge thank you to Claire and Ellen from Embracing Arts for leading such a joyful, creative session.
#earlyyearseducation #inclusivepractice #expressiveartsanddesign
#earlyyearseducation #inclusivepractice #expressiveartsanddesign
December 16, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Our children had the most wonderful time celebrating, laughing, dancing and creating festive memories this afternoon. A huge thank you to Claire and Ellen from Embracing Arts for leading such a joyful, creative session.
#earlyyearseducation #inclusivepractice #expressiveartsanddesign
#earlyyearseducation #inclusivepractice #expressiveartsanddesign
A huge thank you to everyone who attended our Winter Lights Celebration on Thursday evening, especially the children of Stone St Mary's Primary School choir for their beautiful singing.
#winterlights #earlyyearseducation #carolservice #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
#winterlights #earlyyearseducation #carolservice #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
December 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
A huge thank you to everyone who attended our Winter Lights Celebration on Thursday evening, especially the children of Stone St Mary's Primary School choir for their beautiful singing.
#winterlights #earlyyearseducation #carolservice #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
#winterlights #earlyyearseducation #carolservice #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
✨ Our beautiful knitted nativity, lovingly handmade by our very own Nursery Knitting Nana. A treasure we’ll cherish every Christmas!
#earlyyearseducation #eyfs #enrichingenvironment #enablingenvironment #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
#earlyyearseducation #eyfs #enrichingenvironment #enablingenvironment #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
December 3, 2025 at 3:37 PM
✨ Our beautiful knitted nativity, lovingly handmade by our very own Nursery Knitting Nana. A treasure we’ll cherish every Christmas!
#earlyyearseducation #eyfs #enrichingenvironment #enablingenvironment #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
#earlyyearseducation #eyfs #enrichingenvironment #enablingenvironment #reggioemilia #reggioapproach
From tiny, stripy gourds to big, bumpy giants, every pumpkin tells a story through its shape, size, colour, and texture. This Halloween, our little scientists have been dissecting, scooping, and discovering what’s inside.
#reggioemilia #reggioapproach #eyfs
#reggioemilia #reggioapproach #eyfs
November 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM
From tiny, stripy gourds to big, bumpy giants, every pumpkin tells a story through its shape, size, colour, and texture. This Halloween, our little scientists have been dissecting, scooping, and discovering what’s inside.
#reggioemilia #reggioapproach #eyfs
#reggioemilia #reggioapproach #eyfs
This week, Olivia is sharing the sign for 'cat'. For this sign, use your index and middle fingers of each hand to gesture across your cheeks to imitate whiskers.
Find more signs on our website: zurl.co/10dVZ
#inclusivecommunication #inclusiveenvironment #makaton
Find more signs on our website: zurl.co/10dVZ
#inclusivecommunication #inclusiveenvironment #makaton
October 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
This week, Olivia is sharing the sign for 'cat'. For this sign, use your index and middle fingers of each hand to gesture across your cheeks to imitate whiskers.
Find more signs on our website: zurl.co/10dVZ
#inclusivecommunication #inclusiveenvironment #makaton
Find more signs on our website: zurl.co/10dVZ
#inclusivecommunication #inclusiveenvironment #makaton
🌈 Try it at home! Create your own gloop with just cornflour and water! It’s oozy, squishy, and full of sensory fun- perfect for little hands to explore textures, movement, and cause-and-effect.
#tryathome #sensoryplay #activelearning #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
#tryathome #sensoryplay #activelearning #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
October 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
🌈 Try it at home! Create your own gloop with just cornflour and water! It’s oozy, squishy, and full of sensory fun- perfect for little hands to explore textures, movement, and cause-and-effect.
#tryathome #sensoryplay #activelearning #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
#tryathome #sensoryplay #activelearning #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
This week, Amelia is demonstrating the sign for 'cold'. For this sign, make your hands into fists and quiver your arms as though you are shivering.
Find more Makaton signs on our website: zurl.co/OGwFa
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton #reggioemilia
Find more Makaton signs on our website: zurl.co/OGwFa
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton #reggioemilia
October 3, 2025 at 2:40 PM
This week, Amelia is demonstrating the sign for 'cold'. For this sign, make your hands into fists and quiver your arms as though you are shivering.
Find more Makaton signs on our website: zurl.co/OGwFa
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton #reggioemilia
Find more Makaton signs on our website: zurl.co/OGwFa
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton #reggioemilia
This week, Taylor is sharing the sign for 'windy'. For this sign, hold a flat hand parallel to your face and wave it from side to side, creating a draught on your cheek.
Find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/qxFky
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton #inclusivecommunication
Find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/qxFky
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton #inclusivecommunication
September 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM
This week, Taylor is sharing the sign for 'windy'. For this sign, hold a flat hand parallel to your face and wave it from side to side, creating a draught on your cheek.
Find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/qxFky
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton #inclusivecommunication
Find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/qxFky
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton #inclusivecommunication
In early years, giving a child your full presence is more powerful than any toy or activity. When we truly listen, notice, and respond, children feel valued, understood, and safe to explore the world around them. 🌱
#mindfulness #PSED #eyfs #earlyyears #reggioinspired #reggioapproach
#mindfulness #PSED #eyfs #earlyyears #reggioinspired #reggioapproach
September 15, 2025 at 11:32 AM
In early years, giving a child your full presence is more powerful than any toy or activity. When we truly listen, notice, and respond, children feel valued, understood, and safe to explore the world around them. 🌱
#mindfulness #PSED #eyfs #earlyyears #reggioinspired #reggioapproach
#mindfulness #PSED #eyfs #earlyyears #reggioinspired #reggioapproach
This week, Amber is sharing the sign for 'sunshine'. For this sign, draw a circle in the air with your index finger for 'sun', and then spread your fingers out for 'shine'.
You can find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/hNNP4
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton
You can find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/hNNP4
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton
September 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM
This week, Amber is sharing the sign for 'sunshine'. For this sign, draw a circle in the air with your index finger for 'sun', and then spread your fingers out for 'shine'.
You can find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/hNNP4
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton
You can find more signs on our website here: zurl.co/hNNP4
#inclusiveenvironment #makaton
🟤✨ “A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood...” 🌲👣
Today’s messy play tuff tray brought The Gruffalo to life — complete with footprints, forest textures, and muddy mixtures to squish and explore!
#messyplay #tufftray #playingandexploring #TheGruffalo #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
Today’s messy play tuff tray brought The Gruffalo to life — complete with footprints, forest textures, and muddy mixtures to squish and explore!
#messyplay #tufftray #playingandexploring #TheGruffalo #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
September 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
🟤✨ “A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood...” 🌲👣
Today’s messy play tuff tray brought The Gruffalo to life — complete with footprints, forest textures, and muddy mixtures to squish and explore!
#messyplay #tufftray #playingandexploring #TheGruffalo #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
Today’s messy play tuff tray brought The Gruffalo to life — complete with footprints, forest textures, and muddy mixtures to squish and explore!
#messyplay #tufftray #playingandexploring #TheGruffalo #reggioemilia #reggioinspired
This week, Katie is demonstrating the sign for 'rain'. For this sign, raise your hands with your fingertips facing each-other and the wiggle your fingers as you move your hands in a downwards motion.
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/NAc9o
#makaton
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/NAc9o
#makaton
September 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
This week, Katie is demonstrating the sign for 'rain'. For this sign, raise your hands with your fingertips facing each-other and the wiggle your fingers as you move your hands in a downwards motion.
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/NAc9o
#makaton
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/NAc9o
#makaton
✨🦷Learning about dental hygiene through play helps children build confidence, independence, and healthy habits that last a lifetime. By practising with real tools and models, they discover the why and how of brushing- making dental care fun and meaningful.
August 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
✨🦷Learning about dental hygiene through play helps children build confidence, independence, and healthy habits that last a lifetime. By practising with real tools and models, they discover the why and how of brushing- making dental care fun and meaningful.
🖼️ Observational drawing helps children:
✨ Develop focus and concentration
👀 Strengthen visual perception and attention to detail
🧠 Build problem-solving and critical thinking skills
✋ Improve fine motor control and hand-eye coordination
🌱 Deepen their connection to nature
✨ Develop focus and concentration
👀 Strengthen visual perception and attention to detail
🧠 Build problem-solving and critical thinking skills
✋ Improve fine motor control and hand-eye coordination
🌱 Deepen their connection to nature
August 21, 2025 at 9:32 AM
🖼️ Observational drawing helps children:
✨ Develop focus and concentration
👀 Strengthen visual perception and attention to detail
🧠 Build problem-solving and critical thinking skills
✋ Improve fine motor control and hand-eye coordination
🌱 Deepen their connection to nature
✨ Develop focus and concentration
👀 Strengthen visual perception and attention to detail
🧠 Build problem-solving and critical thinking skills
✋ Improve fine motor control and hand-eye coordination
🌱 Deepen their connection to nature
Through our Mindfulness programmes, we've all learnt the importance of slowing down, being present, and focusing on emotional connection over outcomes.
#mindfulness #mindfulnessinearlyyears #emotionalwellbeing
#mindfulness #mindfulnessinearlyyears #emotionalwellbeing
August 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Through our Mindfulness programmes, we've all learnt the importance of slowing down, being present, and focusing on emotional connection over outcomes.
#mindfulness #mindfulnessinearlyyears #emotionalwellbeing
#mindfulness #mindfulnessinearlyyears #emotionalwellbeing
Mrs Murphy's hidden vegetable ragu- perfect for when your child is going through a 'picky' phase.
If you give it a go at home, we'd love to hear your thoughts- share your verdict in the comments!
#earlyyearsnutrition
If you give it a go at home, we'd love to hear your thoughts- share your verdict in the comments!
#earlyyearsnutrition
August 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Mrs Murphy's hidden vegetable ragu- perfect for when your child is going through a 'picky' phase.
If you give it a go at home, we'd love to hear your thoughts- share your verdict in the comments!
#earlyyearsnutrition
If you give it a go at home, we'd love to hear your thoughts- share your verdict in the comments!
#earlyyearsnutrition
This week, Olivia is demonstrating the sign for 'tidy up'. For this sign, mime putting a box on shelf, and bounce your hands twice more, once for each syllable of the phrase.
Find more signs here: zurl.co/5oNqf
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton
Find more signs here: zurl.co/5oNqf
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton
August 9, 2025 at 9:48 AM
This week, Olivia is demonstrating the sign for 'tidy up'. For this sign, mime putting a box on shelf, and bounce your hands twice more, once for each syllable of the phrase.
Find more signs here: zurl.co/5oNqf
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton
Find more signs here: zurl.co/5oNqf
#inclusiveenvironment #inclusivecommunication #makaton
Our bubble tube offers a calming, visually stimulating experience that supports emotional regulation, focus, and sensory exploration for all children.
This inclusive resource creates a welcoming space for every child to feel safe, soothed, and engaged. 🌈🫧
This inclusive resource creates a welcoming space for every child to feel safe, soothed, and engaged. 🌈🫧
August 8, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Our bubble tube offers a calming, visually stimulating experience that supports emotional regulation, focus, and sensory exploration for all children.
This inclusive resource creates a welcoming space for every child to feel safe, soothed, and engaged. 🌈🫧
This inclusive resource creates a welcoming space for every child to feel safe, soothed, and engaged. 🌈🫧
In honour of World Friendship Day, this week Taylor is demonstrating the sign for 'friend(s)'. For this sign, simply mime shaking your own hand!
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/qD3Lf
#inclusivecommunication #makaton #communicationandlanguage
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/qD3Lf
#inclusivecommunication #makaton #communicationandlanguage
August 1, 2025 at 2:27 PM
In honour of World Friendship Day, this week Taylor is demonstrating the sign for 'friend(s)'. For this sign, simply mime shaking your own hand!
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/qD3Lf
#inclusivecommunication #makaton #communicationandlanguage
For more signs, visit our website: zurl.co/qD3Lf
#inclusivecommunication #makaton #communicationandlanguage