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Home-Start Harwich
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Week 4....Valentine's session.
A little bit of love with heart wands, paint spinning, a trek looking for coloured hearts and loving our natural environment! β€οΈπππ©΅ x
Big hope big futures
Today the children were learning all about hygiene, all babies had a lovely bath and hair wash βΊοΈ
Tuesday family group, The children dressed up in early preparation for world book day, along with having pancakes for snack π
Happy World Book Day! ![]()
We know it can be a stressful time getting your costumes ready, but the concept of the day is one that's important to us. World Book Day encourages more children and families to find the fun and enjoyment in reading, because reading for pleasure changes lives.![]()
In 2024, The National Literacy Trust found that 25% of pupils receiving Free School Meals said the Β£1 book they got with their Β£1 token was the first book of their own.![]()
What's a favourite book in your household? Let us know in the comments π![]()
Image description: Purple graphic has white text that reads Happy World Book Day! There are 3 circles with coloured edges containing images of Home-Start volunteers and mums reading with children. There is a Home-Start logo in the bottom right corner.
As parents, we can do so much for other people. It's so important to fill up your own cup.![]()
Even if you've just got 5 minutes of peace, do something for you π![]()
What will you do this week that's just for you to enjoy?![]()
Image description: Purple graphic with white writing reads ways to fill up your OWN cup. There are 6 different mug graphics with a self-care prompt written underneath - chat with a friend (or Home-Start volunteer), get some fresh air, listen to your favourite song, read or listen to a book, do some movement you enjoy and no screen time.
Fridays 10-11.30, Outdoor Explorers.
Half term meant some older children came back to play and we started to sow some tree seeds in home made, recycled pots. Bird art with bird seed and lots of physical play....more of the same today at Bobbits Hole.