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🎓 Free Webinar: Advocating for Your Learner 🌟 Learn how to secure the right support for neurodivergent learners with practical tips & strategies. 📅 Date: Tuesday, January 7, 1pm 💻 Online | 🎟️ Free Reserve your spot now: https://lnkd.in/emgkh62t #InclusiveEducation #NeurodivergentSupport #GaiaLearning

🎉 Here’s to 2025: Progress and Possibilities! 🌟 As we step into the new year, we’re focused on helping even more neurodivergent learners thrive in education and beyond. Your support made 2024 an incredible year of growth and progress. In 2025, we’re committed to creating opportunities that empower every learner to reach their full potential. Together, let’s make this year one of thriving and achievement. #InclusiveEducation #Neurodivergent #GaiaLearning

📚 Fun Reading Activities for Wintertime! Winter is a wonderful season to spark a love for reading. Here are some creative and engaging ways to make it even more enjoyable for learners: 🌟 12 Days of Winter Reading Challenge Set a challenge to read one short story, poem, or chapter each day. Celebrate their progress with stickers, small rewards, or extra screen time. ❄️ Winter-Themed Reading Bingo Create a bingo sheet with prompts like "Read about a snowman," "Find a word with three syllables," or "Read in your favourite cosy spot." 📖 Choose-Your-Own Adventure Books Interactive stories that let learners decide what happens next are a fantastic way to keep them engaged and curious. 🎨 Craft Inspired by Stories Get creative! After finishing a story, encourage learners to draw characters, build a Lego scene, or create a craft inspired by what they’ve read. 📝 Custom Storybooks Make reading personal by creating a custom storybook featuring the learner as the main character. Tools like StoryJumper make it simple and fun. 🔤 Winter Word Games Design a word search or crossword puzzle using key vocabulary from a story they’re reading. 🍪 Recipe Reading Explore recipes together. It’s a great way to practise reading skills while preparing seasonal treats. Focus on identifying ingredients and understanding cooking terms. 📚 Library or Bookshop Treasure Hunt Take a trip to a library or bookshop and give them a checklist of books or topics to find, such as "a book with a snowman on the cover" or "a story about friendship." Encouraging a love of reading doesn’t have to be hard—it’s all about making it fun and engaging. Let’s inspire the next generation of book lovers this winter! #GaiaLearning

⛄Winter STEM Fun: Build a Marshmallow Snowman! ❄️ Looking for a fun, hands-on activity to enjoy this winter? Try this STEM-themed holiday challenge: Build a Marshmallow Snowman! 🍡 Test the strength of different icing sugar mixtures. 🛠️ Explore engineering skills with a fun worksheet. 🎉 It’s messy, creative, and delicious! Download the free activity sheet and get started here: https://lnkd.in/eFJDYG3F Perfect for learners of all ages to explore STEM concepts while having a great time. Let us know how your snowman turns out! #STEM #WinterFun #CreativeLearning #GaiaLearning

Winter Walk Bingo: A Fun Outdoor Adventure! 🌳 Looking for a screen-free activity that’s fun and calming for learners of all ages? Try Winter Walk Bingo! 🌟 How to Play: 1️⃣ Grab a bingo card with winter-themed items. 2️⃣ Explore your park, forest, or back garden, ticking off what you spot. 3️⃣ Complete a row, column, or the entire card to win! 4️⃣ Found something cool that’s not on the card? Share it with the group! 💡 Why It’s Great for Neurodivergent Learners: - Mindfulness: Nature’s sights and sounds help reduce stress. - Physical Activity: Movement supports sensory regulation and mood. - Offline Play: Encourages relaxation and connection. - Confidence Boost: Achievable goals build self-esteem. - Enhanced Focus: Structured tasks channel energy positively. Get outdoors, connect with nature, and enjoy this winter adventure! ❄️ #WinterWalkBingo #MindfulLearning #OutdoorFun #GaiaLearning

📖 Unleash your creativity with English! From crafting magical tales to analysing spellbinding texts, our Harry Potter-themed course makes English lessons unforgettable. 📝 It’s a chance for 8-16-year-olds to sample key parts of the English curriculum in an engaging, magical context – perfect for homeschoolers and Harry Potter fans alike! 💷 One-off cost of £55 (inc VAT) per learner. School packages available too! 📲 Let’s make English magical – click to enrol now! https://lnkd.in/eXMnnd2S #GaiaLearning #HomeEd

💡 Tips for a Neurodivergent-Friendly Holiday Season The holidays can bring challenges like sensory overload, routine changes, and social pressures. Here’s how to help: 🎧 Create a sensory toolkit with headphones or fidget toys. 🌟 Set up quiet spaces for breaks. 📖 Use visual schedules to reduce unpredictability. 🍽 Bring familiar snacks to gatherings. Small adjustments can make a big difference in creating a calm, enjoyable holiday for all. 💙 #GaiaLearning

Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas, happy holidays and festive break. We have a small waiting list for our 1:1 provision but still have places available in group classes ages 8-16. So if you need some help engaging your children in education and helping them understand themselves, please get in touch. Take care.

📚 End of Term Reflections with Susanna 🌟 Meet Susanna, one of Gaia Learning’s STEM, GCSE Maths, and Science educators. Here’s what made this term inspiring: ✨ Creativity in Action: A student created a brilliant promotional video for their favourite game, showcasing confidence, articulation, and a growth mindset. 🧮 Building Confidence: Susanna’s learners are tackling maths and science with determination, asking questions, and celebrating progress. Hearing “I’m actually good at maths” is a highlight! 🤝 Connections Matter: Building strong relationships with students and finding shared interests has made teaching even more rewarding. At Gaia Learning, it’s all about fostering growth, confidence, and joy in learning. Here’s to an incredible term and even more progress ahead! #STEM #InclusiveEducation #GrowthMindset #GaiaLearning

📚 Behind the Scenes at Gaia Learning with Lauren 🌍 Meet Lauren, one of our humanities educators at Gaia Learning! She’s been teaching English, history, climate action, and study skills, and this term has been truly inspiring. Here are a few highlights: ✨ A Growing Team: We’ve welcomed two new educators, Caroline and Susanna, and it’s amazing to see our collaborative approach flourish. Sharing tips, resources, and insights ensures every learner gets the best experience. 🎤 Building Confidence: Lauren’s proud to see learners who once only typed in the chat now using their microphones—proof of the trust and rapport they’re building in sessions. 📖 Interest-Based Learning: Whether it’s connecting Cold War history to Slovenia or sparking visits to museums, Lauren’s sessions are tailored to each learner’s unique interests, making learning exciting and meaningful. 💡 At Gaia Learning, we believe education should be as creative and inspiring as the learners we work with. Here’s to a strong term and even more amazing moments ahead! #GaiaLearning #InterestBasedLearning