https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads A collection of stories, texts and professional reading to help any practitioner on their journey to good practice! en-us 2020-06-09 07:23:57 UTC 2025-10-03 16:22:14 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618293887 Our first text for our professional reading discussions which led to many discussions to types of play. Chapter summaries can be found at: https://scottisheducatorsconnect.com/play-based-learning-in-the-primary-school/]]> 2020-06-09 07:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618293887 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618331179 Our second text for discussion. Made richer by involving some of the authors in our video meets. A text which takes a Froebellian approach to children's narrative and story-telling in play-based settings. Chapter summaries can be found at: https://scottisheducatorsconnect.com/putting-storytelling-at-the-heart-of-early-childhood-practice/]]> 2020-06-09 07:58:06 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618331179 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618339510 A charming story filled with repetition and rhyme about a child who explores what he can do when he grows up...
Useful for conversations about diversity; skills, life and work and child-centered conversations.]]> 2020-06-09 08:03:20 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618339510 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618429664 A beautifully illustrated story that reminds us that we are all loved - wherever we are or how far away our loved ones are...
I have had wonderful, engaging responses from P1 pupils when discussing the story in the context of lock-down measures.]]> 2020-06-09 08:57:36 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618429664 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618434081 "Some friends are more than friends. They grow like twin cherries from the same stem. A touching story of true friendship, resilience, belief - and a little bit of magic"
A beautifully illustrated book which I think would engage older readers. to talk about loss, change and friendship. Useful for conversations about lock-down measures and long distance friendships.]]> 2020-06-09 09:00:28 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618434081 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618439779 Recommended by several members of the professional reading group - for deepening your understanding of play and early childhood development ]]> 2020-06-09 09:04:18 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618439779 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618447083 A moving story about Sofia who loses her teddy at the beach, but one day it is returned to her. "Nothing is truly lost if you keep it in your heart"
A wonderful book for discussing change and loss with young children.]]> 2020-06-09 09:09:04 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618447083 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618450160 A book about big worries and small worries and the impact they can have on our feelings and behavior. It focuses around the positive message of talking to others: 'But now that she knew how to get rid of them, they never hung around for long'
A fantastic tool for describing the feeling of "worry" that all ages could relate too.]]> 2020-06-09 09:11:01 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618450160 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618457014 A simple text that young children can engage with to fuel their imagination. Simple, repetitive and engaging. 
Professional reading members spoke positively of using this story in an outdoor learning context. ]]> 2020-06-09 09:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618457014 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618461227 Traditional characters are woven into a book full of rhythm and rhyme which young children have enjoyed for many years. A true classic. 
Great for playing with narrative structures, rhyme and familiar characters. ]]> 2020-06-09 09:17:46 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618461227 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618466915 The third book in our professional reading series. Summaries will be captured on our blog: https://scottisheducatorsconnect.com/
You can also engage with discussion on Twitter:#scottisheducatorsconnect]]> 2020-06-09 09:21:37 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618466915 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618478165 Recommended during professional reading discussion for practitioners who want to learn more about meeting pupils' needs.]]> 2020-06-09 09:28:58 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618478165 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618486903 A nostalgic story of three baby owls waiting for their mother to arrive. Pupils engage with the family connection and the repetitive structure. 
A good starting point for practitioners wanting to include more story-telling and explore Pie Corbet's Talk for Writing approaches in their setting.]]> 2020-06-09 09:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/618486903 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623063535 This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child’s confidence grows, so doe the idea and then something amazing happens. ]]> 2020-06-11 19:48:39 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623063535 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623066370 A book exploring family equalities and diversity form and LGBTQ perspective. ]]> 2020-06-11 19:51:01 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623066370 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623067949 In our society we expect girls to be all fluffy and pink and nice, but they fart and make all sorts of horrid smells. This book is about celebrating the stinkiness of girls]]> 2020-06-11 19:52:25 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623067949 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623071351 This book explores the amazing connections between ourselves and nature. Sparking our imagination and revealing the remarkable ties that link us to our planet ]]> 2020-06-11 19:55:27 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623071351 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623647586 A short, but perfect book about emotions and feelings through colour - and what it might look like when you don't know how you feel! Useful for talking about well-being during lock-down measures. ]]> 2020-06-12 07:59:12 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/623647586 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624191045 Thought this was a really relevant book to post after today’s discussion. A great growth mindset book for children and adults about how we can stretch and grow our fantastic, elastic brains 🧠 ]]> 2020-06-12 15:07:10 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624191045 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624444827 A lovely wee book celebrating the wonderfulness of ish rather than getting everything right!]]> 2020-06-12 18:11:06 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624444827 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624446132 Always be proud of what you create and sign it! A story about encouraging confidence, self-believe and the creativity we all have inside ourselves. 
Lesson plan: https://highlandliteracy.files.wordpress.com/2017/12/bgelesson-plan_the-dot.pdf]]> 2020-06-12 18:12:23 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624446132 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624448672 A lovely book for exploring emotions with simple messages for all ages]]> 2020-06-12 18:14:52 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624448672 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624450653 A heart-warming story that shares the process of grief when their friend Fox dies and the animals try to find ways to comfort each other.]]> 2020-06-12 18:16:53 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624450653 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624930894 Recommended for developing understanding of taking a Froebel approach in your outdoor play provision!]]> 2020-06-13 09:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624930894 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624934432 Want to know more about the Froebel approach? Start here! ]]> 2020-06-13 09:46:56 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624934432 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624935782 Froebel published a book titled "Mother Songs" in 1844. Songs, rhymes and finger plays are still integral to the approach today. This pamphlet provides more history, theory and examples of good practice. ]]> 2020-06-13 09:49:17 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624935782 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624938546 Recommended by members of our group and approved by kids! Useful for talking about the current situation in a way that is easy for all ages to understand.]]> 2020-06-13 09:54:40 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624938546 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624941147 Shared as recommended further reading, during professional reading discussion on Chap 1. of "The Whole Brain Child". 
"protecting children with the truth as opposed to from the truth"]]> 2020-06-13 09:59:54 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624941147 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624943154 An approach developed by Highland speech and language therapists to support adults in their interactions with children.]]> 2020-06-13 10:03:41 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/624943154 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/625777128 2020-06-14 11:00:20 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/625777128 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/627923650 This book was recommended by practitioners when discussing the "name it, tame it" approach detailed in Chapter 2. of The Whole Brain Child. Useful for helping children express their feeling and understand why they feel this way.]]> 2020-06-15 20:08:06 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/627923650 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631118179 Recommended text for developing a community within your classroom through making acts of kindness.]]> 2020-06-17 19:43:29 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631118179 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631119506 A story that explores feelings that is beautifully illustrated both in picture and in use of descriptive language.]]> 2020-06-17 19:44:39 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631119506 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631121931 A book that explores community and celebrates diversity. Useful for developing a positive classroom culture that values the uniqueness of the individual. Particularly, recommended during the climate of COVID restrictions. ]]> 2020-06-17 19:46:52 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631121931 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631124111 A book that explores friendships through the fun and whimsy of bubbles. A potentially relevant book when considering some pupils may be returning in "bubbles" after the summer...]]> 2020-06-17 19:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631124111 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631128677 Described as a "musical companion" to its big brother, "The Lost Words" by Robert Macfarlane, "Spell Songs" is a collection of songs and poems with folk music roots. Would be great for older pupils (second level and beyond) who are looking at poetry and verse. ]]> 2020-06-17 19:52:47 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/631128677 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/633843363 A beautifully written and illustrated story that describes the complexities of the healing process following trauma. A book that I think both children and adults will find comfort in. Key messages of kindness, compassion, patience and positive relationships are at the heart of the story.]]> 2020-06-19 17:43:53 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/633843363 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/638705426 A book used by members to explore gender bias and for deeper reflection on equality in the classroom.]]> 2020-06-24 12:55:31 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/638705426 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/638708616 2020-06-24 12:58:26 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/638708616 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/643121792 A document that is useful for exploring the development of positive relationships linked to child development and nurture. Nurture wheel and associated processes: p.18 and teaching styles table p.28]]> 2020-06-29 16:18:43 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/643121792 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/647868905 A magical tale about a child who finds an umbrella that can spread kindness. Short and sweet, but illustrates the message of helping and forgiving others perfectly. Great text for developing a sense of classroom community. ]]> 2020-07-05 23:04:29 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/647868905 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/647870263 Recommended during a discussion linked to “The Whole Brain Child” and for those wanting to learn more about trauma and the brain. ]]> 2020-07-05 23:08:57 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/647870263 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666824442 Recommended for classroom-based practitioners who would like to learn more about play pedagogy in the classroom. Featured in Moray Council's #weeplaypedagogy book discussions.]]> 2020-07-31 20:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666824442 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666826551 A text for all those who have the "faith" in play and are striving for magic in the classroom. Bottrill explores the why, what and how of play in the primary school. Featured in Moray Council's #weeplaypedagogy book discussions.]]> 2020-07-31 20:05:07 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666826551 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666828452 Recommended text for members wanting to learn more about Froebel theories and approach to childhood development.]]> 2020-07-31 20:09:23 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666828452 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666829470 A recommended text for exploring Froebelian practice and what this looks like in early years settings.]]> 2020-07-31 20:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666829470 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666831198 Book number four! This links cognitive science to classroom practice to give teachers the tools they need to make teaching and learning effective. Summaries will be captured on our blog: https://scottisheducatorsconnect.com/
You can also engage with discussion on Twitter:#scottisheducatorsconnect]]> 2020-07-31 20:15:05 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666831198 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666833415 A member recommended this book for your daily dose of positive play affirmations and inspiration!]]> 2020-07-31 20:19:23 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666833415 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666834788 Recommended by several practitioners for providing rich creative, challenging experiences in your setting. Play is also about taking risks!]]> 2020-07-31 20:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666834788 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666837248 A great document created by Education Scotland describing the fantastic STEM development work carried out in an early years setting. ]]> 2020-07-31 20:26:26 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666837248 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666840142 Research exploring teacher ideas of ability and how this has an impact on child, learning and assessment.]]> 2020-07-31 20:33:21 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666840142 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666842597 A blog post that explores the definition of knowledge, what knowledge means for learning and what this means for the curriculum. Recommended following discussions around "Why Don't Students Like School?"]]> 2020-07-31 20:38:11 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666842597 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666844280 A blog post centered in the debate around "discovery learning". A hot topic following discussions around Chapter 3 of "Why Don't Students Like School?"]]> 2020-07-31 20:41:40 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666844280 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666845805 A great text that provides a detailed account on the role of the effective leader that can bring about lasting change. Recommended during discussions about the challenges of bringing about change in our schools and settings.]]> 2020-07-31 20:45:34 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666845805 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666847508 "Davies talks about is the correlation between control and consistency, and that of collective growth and cohesion." A text for understanding how change happens and leading change in education settings.]]> 2020-07-31 20:49:21 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666847508 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666848964 An article that explores the role of an effective leader. ]]> 2020-07-31 20:52:45 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666848964 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666849592 Recommended reading following discussions around knowledge and vocab in Chapter 4 of "Why Don't Students Like School?" A teacher has used this book to restructure her approach to vocab and literacy teaching.]]> 2020-07-31 20:54:24 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666849592 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666850801 This book explores challenges and barriers faced by the youngest members of society in today's Scotland. "He [author] explores the latest science which lays bare the traumas that babies can suffer from their parents’ behaviours and habits, even while still in the womb."]]> 2020-07-31 20:57:17 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666850801 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666852888 "Guides teacher teams through a journey to maximum effectiveness that results in extraordinary gains in teacher learning and student achievement."]]> 2020-07-31 21:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666852888 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666854625 Hattie's work is often referenced during ScotEdConnect book discussions around what is effective learning and what this means for teachers.]]> 2020-07-31 21:04:55 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666854625 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666859549 A "user guide" for supporting young children in the creation of their own texts. A great text for understanding literacy, social and emotional development in the early years.]]> 2020-07-31 21:14:54 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666859549 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666860696 A text that explores the role of the adult in play through high quality interactions/observations. A good read for those currently looking at ways to put Realising the Ambition into practice. ]]> 2020-07-31 21:17:57 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666860696 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666862137 Brown has created a website that curates a lot of her work around leadership and self-belief. A really useful site for school leaders at all levels.]]> 2020-07-31 21:21:29 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666862137 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666863788  A blog post unpacking the term "curriculum" and how it relates to pupil learning. ]]> 2020-07-31 21:26:13 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666863788 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666865080 2020-07-31 21:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666865080 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666865841 Resources and guidance to support practitioners with taking a developmental approach to literacy learning]]> 2020-07-31 21:32:29 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666865841 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666866391 Resources and guidance to support practitioners with taking a developmental approach to literacy learning]]> 2020-07-31 21:34:02 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666866391 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666868258 Posters and tools to upskill practitioners on their knowledge of working memory and how learning can be scaffolded with this knowledge in mind. ]]> 2020-07-31 21:38:59 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666868258 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666868965 The book that started it all and a catalyst for Anita and James starting Scottish Educators Connect. Often referenced by members as part of our book discussions around "Why Students Don't like School". In particular, conversations related to the concept of deep learning and application/transfer of knowledge. ]]> 2020-07-31 21:41:01 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/666868965 scotedconnect https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/667046080 50 moments in nature are captured in this beautifully illustrated book. Excellent text for exploring sequencing and prompting discussions about the natural world.]]> 2020-08-01 09:53:22 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/667046080 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/742082049 Morag Treanor recently spoke on the ScotEdConnect podcast and discussed some of the themes and ideas shared in her book. ]]> 2020-09-13 18:47:46 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/742082049 https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/742085145 The first book that explores the theme of leadership as part of the book club series. Summaries of the discussions for each chapter can be found at: https://scottisheducatorsconnect.com/leading-in-a-culture-of-change/]]> 2020-09-13 18:51:37 UTC https://padlet.com/scotedconnect/reads/wish/742085145