Tiny Talkers Rotherham

29/03/2026

🌟Be a Super Communicator with your Tiny Talker 🌟

Did you know when you describe what your child is doing or looking at, you are using the words they need to talk about what interests them? This can help them link words they hear to their meanings.

Watch families in these short films to see simple techniques you can use every day during routines and play:
👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/elim-describe

Small changes = big impact! Let’s help our little ones become confident communicators. 💬

A collection of films supporting the 'describe what's happening' technique for the Early Language Identification Measure and Intervention (ELIM-I) introduced for the 2 to 2 1/2 year review in England.

28/03/2026

🌟 Stay Up to Date with the Rotherham Family Hubs Newsletter! 🌟

Did you know you can receive all the latest news, groups, activities, and support offers from Rotherham Family Hubs straight to your inbox?

The Family Hubs Newsletter is the easiest way to keep informed about:
✨ Fun groups and activities for children and families
✨ Support available in your local community
✨ Upcoming events
✨ Helpful information and guidance for parents and carers

💛 Sign up here: https://www.rotherham.gov.uk/news-2/family-hubs-newsletter
💛 Check your inbox each month for new updates
💛 Share the newsletter with friends or family who might find it helpful

Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay supported. 💛

Information about the Family Hubs newsletter, how to sign up, and links to current and past editions.

27/03/2026

🌼🐣 Easter fun is hopping into Rotherham Libraries! 🐰📚

Looking for something egg‑citing to do with the kids over the Easter holidays? 🥚✨
Rotherham Libraries have a whole basket full of fantastic activities happening in libraries across the borough — from crafts and stories to trails and more! 🎨📖🕵️‍♀️

Hop over to their page to see what’s happening in a library near you 👇
👉 https://www.facebook.com/RothLibraries

It’s the perfect way to keep little ones entertained AND spark their love of reading! 💛📚

Let the Easter adventures begin! 🌷

Official Facebook for Rotherham Libraries. We love books and reading, but we're about so much more..

27/03/2026

Children learn best through play!

Playing together with water and chatting about what they’re doing is a great way for little ones to hear new sounds and words. Chat about the sounds you can hear: Splash! Drip drip! Encouraging children to repeat them helps them learn to form sounds that will eventually develop into longer words.

You can describe what they’re doing too! ‘You’re emptying the cup.’ I’m filling the cup with water.’

Find ideas for games to play with water on the National Literacy Trust's website: https://wordsforlife.org.uk/activities/have-fun-with-water/

26/03/2026

🏃‍♂️ What Is Active Play?

Active play is so much more than burning off energy — it’s a key part of your child’s healthy development.

Child development expert Dr Amanda Gummer explains how physical activity supports children’s:
• Motor skills
• Balance and coordination
• Confidence and independence
• Social and emotional wellbeing
• Brain development and problem solving

This short guide is full of helpful insights and simple ideas to help families build more active play into everyday life.

👉 Learn more about active play here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/zqdcfdm

From jumping in puddles to dancing in the living room, active play helps children grow strong, curious and confident. Let them move, explore and have fun! 🌟

Child development expert Dr Amanda Gummer explains the role of active play in your child's life - from taking risks to building motor skills.

26/03/2026

Many young people struggle with school attendance, and it can be worrying for families. This course offers helpful information and support for parent carers. Please see the flyer for more details and how to book

26/03/2026

We are excited to share with you all that there will be a 0-Walkers session running at the brand new Waverley Community Hub, this Friday 27th March 10am-11:30am
No need to book and best of all FREE.

We look forward to seeing you there

25/03/2026

Most children struggle with certain sounds in speech at one point or another. Find out what can you do to help them along? 👇🏻

If your child is getting muddled up, or unable to say certain sounds at all, take a look at these top tips from speech and language therapist Ruth Crampton…

24/03/2026

🎶 🚀 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 🚀 🎶

Row, Row, Row Your Boat is more than just a classic rhyme — it’s a brilliant way to build your little one’s language and communication skills!

👶 For tiny babies: Gently rock them in time with the beat. The rhythm helps them feel the flow of language.

🧒 For confident sitters: Help them sway or do the actions — they’ll love joining in with you!

💬 Singing together builds vocabulary, turn‑taking skills, and connection.

🌟 Give it a go today!

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Looking for a nursery rhyme to sing with your baby or toddler? Try singing Row, Row, Row Your Boat and swaying to the motion.

24/03/2026

Rotherham Healthy Holidays is back this Easter with even more school holiday activities on offer🎉

From football, dodgeball, swimming, cycling, boxing and dance to performance workshops, baking sessions and more🩰

Funded places are available for children who receive benefits-related free school meals, and every funded session includes a meal.

Find out more and book a place➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/nfqhhdtdon

24/03/2026

‼️Last chance to book‼️Please share with parents.

One-time special offer for parents! Our Let’s Talk with Under 5s course is now just £75 + VAT (usually £200 + VAT)

That’s a huge saving of £125 for practical, expert support you can start using straight away.

Delivered by a Speech and Language Therapist, this course will give you the confidence and strategies to support your child’s speech, language and communication at home.

Designed for parents of children from birth to five, you’ll learn simple, effective ways to boost communication through everyday interactions.

📅 Starts next week - Wednesday 25th March at 7:00pm

Places are limited and this price won’t be repeated.

View course and book here 👇🏼
https://elklan.co.uk/Apply/learners?eac=90B0BCAD2B26CEAE6A43&b=6264a048

23/03/2026

Now the weather’s improving, you might find yourself out and about more. Try to keep a few books in the buggy to look at when you’re out and about. They can be a great way to fill a few minutes in a queue, waiting for a bus, or for a calm moment in the park.

Chatting about how the story relates back to your environment can really bring the magic of storytelling to life!

Try noticing things around you from books you’ve read together. ‘That’s just like the dog in the story we read earlier!’

https://wordsforlife.org.uk/activities/celebrate-the-outdoors-book-list/