A few years ago, I read “The Boy who Would Be a Helicopter” by Vivien Gussin Paley. This was her description of her work in Chicago around storytelling and story-acting. She describes how she worked with children to “scribe” their stories, recording them word-for-word as told by the children. The story was then acted out by the child and friends…
The responses of two-year-olds starting at nursery may be very different. The unfamiliarity of the setting will evoke a wide range of behaviours. Some, being overwhelmed, may simply ‘go into their shell’; some are distressed by the moment of separation from mums; others are attracted by everything in turn as it comes to their attention and they flit from one activity or centre to another. The toddler, who…
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The Fatherhood Journey – Father's Day 2019
Rob Parsons and a few other Care for the Family dads share their experiences of fatherhood - from sleepless nights to the day when they're grown and gone.
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“Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.” Robin Williams
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Reflections of a foster carer: Father’s Day
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Whatever your father 'status', don't underestimate your influence
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