Tiny Talkers Rotherham

23/01/2026

🚀 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 🚀

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes
Teaching your child to do the actions in this classic song helps them understand the meaning of the words and boosts language development! 🎶

👉 Find out more and watch here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/zbxht39

Make learning fun through movement and play! 🌟

Looking for a nursery rhyme to sing with your baby or toddler? Try singing Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes with your little one.

22/01/2026

Talking and listening to your baby helps build their communication skills from the very start. The National Literacy Trust's cards are filled with tips and conversation ideas to help your chat to your 0-2 year old throughout the day.

Download your free copy of the cards on their website: https://wordsforlife.org.uk/little-moments-together

Literacy Trust

22/01/2026

📚✨ 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗮 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀!✨📚
As we step into a brand‑new year, what better time to spark a love of reading at home? The BookTrust has launched their inspiring 2026 Book Missions Calendar, filled with monthly prompts to help families enjoy reading together all year round.

📅 𝙅𝙖𝙣𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙈𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣: 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙖 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙖𝙪𝙜𝙝!
Start the year with joy, giggles, and shared silliness. A funny book is the perfect way to get little ones excited about stories.

😂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀?
BookTrust has put together a brilliant list of funny books for younger children — perfect for completing January’s mission and discovering new favourites together.
👉 Explore the list here: https://www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recommendations/booklists/funny-books-younger-children/

And that’s just the beginning! Each month brings a new reading adventure — from reading outside to swapping books with friends, celebrating World Book Day, sending drawings to authors, and more. Plus, there’s even a space in the calendar to jot down your favourite books of the year!

Let’s make reading magical in 2026 — one story (and one big laugh!) at a time. 💛📖✨

21/01/2026

🧤☔❄️ Winter learning through song ❄️☔🧤

This simple action song supports early language, listening, and physical development while encouraging children to enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather!

🔒Peep practitioners: more seasonal resources in the members area www.peeple.org.uk/christmas-winter-ideas

21/01/2026

🌟 𝗕𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗲𝗿! 🌟

Did you know that getting down to your child’s level during play and conversation can make a big difference in their language development?

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-childs-level

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

Films supporting the 'get down to your child's level' technique for the Early Language Identification Measure and Intervention (ELIM-I) introduced for the 2-2 1/2 year review in England.

20/01/2026

👶 Have you tried kneeling or lying on the floor during play with your Tiny Talker?

Getting down to your child’s level can make playtime even more fun and meaningful! It helps you see the world from their perspective, encourages communication, and strengthens your bond.

Discover more tips for supporting your Tiny Talkers language and development at 👉 http://www.tinytalkers.co.uk

Let’s make playtime count! 🌟

19/01/2026

Do you have a child/young person 0-25 years who may have additional needs and/or disabilities?

If so, you’ll feel right at home with SEND Connect. Come share your experiences, share useful support, and connect with others who truly get it. Every meet-up is led by parent carers just like you. No need to book, please drop in.

Rotherham Parents Forum Limited

18/01/2026

It’s the time of year when everyone seems to be ill. But when the bugs hit your house, and your energy is low, you’ll want to remember these three things.

⚠️Keep medicines out of reach. Watch out for tablets left on the bedside table or in handbags on the floor.
⚠️Avoid steam inhalation. Drs are worried about the life-changing burns they’re seeing.
⚠️Cough sweets are a choking hazard and not recommended for under 6s

Learn more: https://capt.org.uk/winter-safety/

Child Accident Prevention Trust

Winter safety guide: Top tips for keeping children safe this winter “Ice can be fascinating for children – the eerie sound of stones skipping over the surface and the crack when your foot breaks through the ice on the puddle,” “But ponds, reservoirs or brooks are no place for playing with ic...

17/01/2026

🥪 Packed Lunches for your Tiny Talkers 🥪

If your child attends an early years setting (nursery, pre-school, or childminder) and you provide a packed lunch, you may have been asked to make sure it’s a healthy one.
This is because, since September 2025, early years providers must follow new DfE nutrition guidance to support children’s health and wellbeing.

✅ Find tips and ideas for creating healthy packed lunches here:
👉 https://www.familycorner.co.uk/creating-healthy-packed-lunches/?dm_i=6L45,1B5YZ,1HT09G,63ZYM,1,,,

Let’s give our little ones the best start with nutritious, tasty lunches! 🌟

It’s important that your child’s lunch is varied from day to day, especially if they have a packed lunch regularly.

16/01/2026

Take a look at these tips on how to brush little teeth properly to keep them strong, healthy, and happy! Good oral health starts early, and brushing twice a day is key.

🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OlLE7dOEtY4?si=8KKl1564v2FoDwF3

For more helpful resources, check out:
✅ https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-dentist
✅ https://www.nhs.uk/healthier-families
✅ https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/taking-care-of-childrens-teeth

Let’s give our little ones the best start for a healthy smile! 😁

Join us as we explain how we can brush our teeth well to keep them nice and healthy!Please take a look at the following resources for additional information:...

15/01/2026

Celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day with Mowbray Gardens Library & Neighbourhood Hub!
Join us for a fun-filled craft session inspired by everyone’s favourite bear and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood!
Sunday 18th Jan 2026 11am - 12pm.
Bring your creativity and make something special to celebrate this beloved classic. Perfect for children and families, let’s make it a day full of imagination!
Part of A Year of Reading 2026, because every story deserves a little magic!