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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:30 PM EST

Hello everyone hope you are all well? I have had a busy weekend heleoing my parents move after having them stay for 6 weeks! #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:31 PM EST

This week's #kinderchat is about to kick off - please come join @LyndseyJF & me - it's just for an hour...

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:32 PM EST

hey, ooh that must have been fun (!) for everyone the past 6 weeks ;) #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:33 PM EST

Hi everyone #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:33 PM EST

yeah it wasn't too bad but I'm def happy to have my house back. And being able to use all my rooms! #kinderchat how are you?

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:34 PM EST

@LyndseyJF hello to you both, I'm glad Monday is over, it was a long day - just home about 40 mins ago. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:34 PM EST

hi Nicola how are you #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:34 PM EST

hi, know how you feel, my daughter & family still with me - i pad not my own anymore #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:35 PM EST

that is a long day! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:35 PM EST

oh wow that is long! Did you have a meeting? #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:35 PM EST

@stbirwan Ha - i bet your parents are glad to have their own space too. #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:35 PM EST

I'm good thanks you it's seems ages since we were both in the same chat. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:36 PM EST

oh dear! Are they waiting to move? It's lovely to have them but nice to get the quiet again! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:36 PM EST

yes had a meeting for another role I have with British Council but there was coffee/cake so can't complain #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:36 PM EST

we all need our own space - just like the children #kinderchat

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EYRecord Jan 30 @ 3:37 PM EST

Good evening #kinderchat! How is our Monday motivation? I'm Michelle and I'm new to this Twitter chat. :)

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:37 PM EST

yes I think they are and they are delighted with their new home it's lovely! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:37 PM EST

hello Michelle & welcome - hope it doesn't move too fast for you - I was lost my first time! #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:37 PM EST

sold their house in AUGUST, not found anything yet #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:38 PM EST

oh oh that is a long time for everyone involved! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:38 PM EST

yeah I know it's been a while I'm hoping to be better at tweeting this year sometimes it's tricky to keep up! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:38 PM EST

hi Michelle. #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:38 PM EST

I use tweet chat otherwise I'd never keep up! #kinderchat

EYRecord Jan 30 @ 3:39 PM EST

Hi! :) #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:39 PM EST

hello Michelle good to have you along! Tell us a bit about you #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:39 PM EST

yes I promise myself every term I'll network on twitter more than life overtakes #Kinderchat

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curriculumni Jan 30 @ 3:39 PM EST

#nieyfs we talked about #kinderchat today

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:37 AM EST

Join us tonight for @CiarnaC #kinderchat to discuss parental involvement in #outdoorlearning #EYFS #earlyyears #cpdundee #education #outdoor

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:39 PM EST

oh wow that's a long time maybe they just love living with you! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:40 PM EST

yes I tend to use that too but on I phone tonight so no hope! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:40 PM EST

@LyndseyJF ooh good luck on the phone :) I always forget to add the # when on mine! #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:40 PM EST

lol! Think they do #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:41 PM EST

My 2 cats are not happy though as I have the laptop on my knee instead of them! #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:41 PM EST

@CiarnaC hi Corinne how are you? #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:42 PM EST

just organised the best EYFS CPD conference today in Belfast! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:42 PM EST

mine just tend to plonk themselves on top of the laptop. #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:42 PM EST

hahah poor kitties! Mine is I front of the TV at the moment #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:43 PM EST

ooootell us more! #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:43 PM EST

saw you had @cosydirect there, love their stuff #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:44 PM EST

not sure where my other cat is prob on the bed! #kinderchat😴🐱

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:45 PM EST

The amazing @kymscott5 was the keynote amongst other fab speakers - 3 of our staff went & can't wait to hear all about it. #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:45 PM EST

#kinderchat mine is doing that kitten needing thing!

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:46 PM EST

'Get off Twitter' says Charly #kinderchat

curriculumni Jan 30 @ 3:46 PM EST

you can see our tweets #kinderchat at #nieyfs

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:46 PM EST

RT @curriculumni @LyndseyJF @CiarnaC you can see our tweets #kinderchat at #nieyfs

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:47 PM EST

Shall we get stared on how we involve parents more in our #outdoorlearning within our own settings? 🌲🌳🌿👨‍👩‍👧‍👧#Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:47 PM EST

so for those who are newer to all of this, we start with informal chat before moving onto the topic #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:48 PM EST

RT @LyndseyJF Shall we get stared on how we involve parents more in our #outdoorlearning within our own settings? #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:48 PM EST

ooo I love it when they do that! Your cat is very pretty love grey tabbies! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:48 PM EST

so cute! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:48 PM EST

I feel we are probably a bit pants at this so really interested to hear you all. #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:49 PM EST

I could have sworn I did a blog post on this very topic but can I find it, nope! #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:49 PM EST

don't worry I'm sure you will have valuable input too as always! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:50 PM EST

yes and he knows it! He is a consummate flirt! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:50 PM EST

For us, the key is to be honest about why we go outdoors & how long from day 1 - on the open day when prospective parents visit #kinderchat

early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:50 PM EST

we've had parent helpers at Forest School Sessions, they loved it #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:50 PM EST

that's key too isn't it - when they see in in action it makes more sense. #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:52 PM EST

yes we talk about it at the new parents meeting and ask them to create an outdoor bag #Kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:52 PM EST

yes, participation is key. Then they see how much learning takes place - and how they get so dirty! #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:53 PM EST

to be honest in the past 9 years not one parent has ever objected or complained about their child being outside. #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:53 PM EST

We have regular informal discussions about our #outdoorplay ethos #Kinderchat

stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:53 PM EST

our outdoor bag has- wellies cagoule warm gloves and sun hat. #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:54 PM EST

We also ensure that our daily board has our outdoor focus on it and explains explicitly what the children have been learning #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:54 PM EST

great point - you have to provide adequate clothing too. We provide the waterproofs & have extra gloves, hats etc. #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:54 PM EST

we've had to have "the chat" a couple of times, but not too often #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:55 PM EST

yes! We have lots of outdoor photos on display in hallway & website & that helps too. #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:55 PM EST

we had some but trying to provide for 60 was really expensive. #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:55 PM EST

I haven't had to in a long time, think it's because we have same message 3 times before they start. #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:55 PM EST

great idea! #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:56 PM EST

I also try to explain to parents the importance of getting good snow boots instead of weeklies to keep feet warm #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:56 PM EST

oh indeed, we only have 26 children which is more affordable but over 10 years have now built up 3 sets #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:57 PM EST

Recently we had a dad come to help plant trees in our woodland it was great and very effective at spreading the word! #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:57 PM EST

then we can lend another nursery 1 set each year to help them convince sch it is worth investing in. #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 3:57 PM EST

I take them out at all weathers. We had a real issue last week as many of their coats were not warm enough #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:58 PM EST

A lot of parents work such long hours, they are glad that their ch are getting outside during the day. #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 3:58 PM EST

tat is a brilliant idea! What brand do you use? #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 3:58 PM EST

Oh must look out the muddy faces article on layering, I share with parents every year & it really pays off. #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 3:59 PM EST

ha thought you were going to say spreading something else 😂 #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:00 PM EST

we don't have 1 particular brand but a mix of Togz, Didrikson & Muddy Puddles. They all have pros & cons #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:00 PM EST

that's a good idea. I could put it in our parent book for this week. Thanks #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:00 PM EST

I totally agree I had an ASC parent dying how happy he was that we had his child out all the time! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:01 PM EST

I love the Didrikson ones! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:03 PM EST

https://t.co/QyU71vS8rw - click on the practitioners clothing guide - then I just edited it to the most relevant #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:03 PM EST

Lidl Lao do a very good set for under £10 as they are great for adding lots of layers underneath 👚👕 #Kinderchat

kinder_earth Jan 30 @ 4:03 PM EST

Our teachers post pics to a private facebook group every day so parents can see some of what their kids did at school.#kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:04 PM EST

they are very easy for ch to take off independently. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:05 PM EST

It's interesting too that I Iceland the practitioners are just as prepared for the weather they are supplied with suits #Kinderchat

early_learner Jan 30 @ 4:05 PM EST

Now that we just have under 3s, I never tire seeing how much fun they have in the garden. Some have never experienced that play #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:05 PM EST

I think that type of clothing is more readily available everywhere. We provide for all our staff & have spares too. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:06 PM EST

It's very important to discuss the benefits of outdoor play to parents who don't want their child out if they he a cold #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:06 PM EST

so true, many ch don't get to play outdoors or have gardens/safe spaces to play in #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:06 PM EST

I nearly managed to persuade my husband to let me buy a very expensive north face jacket for school #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 4:06 PM EST

I used staff development money to buy some for our staff #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:07 PM EST

funny enough that was why we stopped free flow, as it was used an excuse to stay inside by some parents. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:07 PM EST

Our parents enjoy joining us at the woods so they can really get involved in their child's outdoor play learning #Kinderchat

early_learner Jan 30 @ 4:08 PM EST

nearly? #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:08 PM EST

teehee - nearly. I have a thing about outdoor trousers - I love buying different types! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:08 PM EST

We have twice yearly come&play sessions on a Saturday we would love to have them up at the woods! #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:09 PM EST

that would be lovely, when parents come on our off site forest trips they love it & enjoy seeing the independence. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:09 PM EST

aww why only nearly?? Noticed my lovely jacket has a rip in it so I'll prob need a new one next year! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:09 PM EST

yeah it was a lot of money for a coat. (I'll get it at half term when he's not around 😉) #Kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 4:09 PM EST

it is about communicating the benefits to parents, most want the best for their children #Kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:10 PM EST

where can I get petite outdoor trousers? #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:10 PM EST

exactly! Information & honesty are essential. I save relevant articles on benefits to share too. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:10 PM EST

hahah I need new waterproof trousers which do you recommend! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:10 PM EST

sorry can't help with that problem though it is easier to roll them up than make shorts ones long! #kinderchat

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early_learner Jan 30 @ 4:11 PM EST

where can I get outsized? #putonabitofweight #Kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:11 PM EST

hahah good plan and tell him it was in the sale at least 50% off!!! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:11 PM EST

we have finally been given permission to use a small wood at the juniors. #Kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:11 PM EST

The children's enthusiasm wins parents over too. #kinderchat

LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:13 PM EST

ha me too! I was on my cross trainer before this #tryingtofighttheflab #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:13 PM EST

So I want all staff on forest school training asap #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:13 PM EST

oh that'll be great, lovely to have somewhere near to hand you can visit regularly. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:13 PM EST

yay that's great! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:14 PM EST

that's my next aim! Once I've finished my degree of course! Not long now! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:15 PM EST

My cat is pushing my hand away from the I phone. It's making it very difficult to type #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:15 PM EST

Our past nursery parents have been the ones to push of ramrod outdoor play in the primary - I was so proud of them. #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:16 PM EST

oh dear that was 'to push for more' not ramrod!!! #kinderchat

early_learner Jan 30 @ 4:16 PM EST

not long at all Lyndsey! I need to go now, enjoyed the #Kinderchat #keeponplaying

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:17 PM EST

Bye Liz & thanks so much for joining in tonight - have great week. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:17 PM EST

that's great! The power of parents is brilliant #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:17 PM EST

thanks for joining us speak soon! #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:18 PM EST

We ask parents to help us develop areas which helps last year it was the mud pie kitchen. #kinderchat

stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:18 PM EST

This year it large loose parts #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:19 PM EST

that's perfect, we also found parents are more than willing to help out instead of asking for money etc. #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:20 PM EST

ooh lovely - bringing parents on board with loose parts is so important, they begin to see the potential too #kinderchat

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stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:21 PM EST

yes they think you are made when you really will take anything #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:21 PM EST

Ha! Yup, doesn't take long to get that reputation does it!! #kinderchat

Inspiration4T Jan 30 @ 4:22 PM EST

Frameworks for creating engaging lessons: https://t.co/mrtDrRojdt w/ @MrJazzRose #edchat #ukedchat #education #kinderchat #pgce #teacher

stbirwin Jan 30 @ 4:24 PM EST

Thanks everyone see you again soon. #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:24 PM EST

lovely to hear tonight that everyone agrees parents want ch outdoors, fed up with hearing them used as an excuse to stay in. #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:24 PM EST

Bye, Nicola & thanks for coming along, chat again soon. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:25 PM EST

that's Nicola lovely to chat with you tonight and hear your good ideas! #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:25 PM EST

agreed! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:25 PM EST

@LyndseyJF - well that was a busy hour for a change, you must have drummed up a lot of support. #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:26 PM EST

What a busy chat it's been the hour has gone upper fast! Love catching up with everyone! #sharingpractice #Kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:27 PM EST

Thanks to everyone who joined in, popped over briefly or even lurked! A pleasure as always to co-host with you @lyndseyJF #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:27 PM EST

I will not take all the credit you are always very good at remembering to tweet before the time! #kinderchat

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CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:27 PM EST

chat again soon am sure through the week - we may just set up a mutual appreciation society ;) #kinderchat

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:29 PM EST

same to you Kierna! Great chat tonight ❤️chatting with everyone and of course love seeing how the #kinderchat cats are getting on

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LyndseyJF Jan 30 @ 4:29 PM EST

Haha good plan! #kinderchat

CiarnaC Jan 30 @ 4:27 PM EST

chat again soon am sure through the week - we may just set up a mutual appreciation society ;) #kinderchat
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