In this video I explain how spark@HOME can help parents. I had parents in mind when making this, but there are good practice messages within the film for early years practitioners and educators. I explain why spark@HOME was made and how using the mobile app supports the child's learning and development, underpins good mental health and future opportunities.
What I failed to say was that our research has shown that parents who have the opportunity to use spark@HOME in the way described in the video progress very well in comparison to those parents who don't engage with either sparkLINK (a portal within sparkESSENTIAL and sparkPRO; the EYFS provider's software) or spark@HOME.
More information about spark@HOME can be found on the spark early years website, in the 'your modules' section.
Key Moments
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00.20 - First reason spark@HOME was made - wiring the brain correctly avoiding bad habits
02.35 - Second reason - linking home and the setting together - promoting good metal health
03.23 - Working in partnership - being more aware with parents input to improve planning
04.39 - Building brains together for maximum development
05.24 - The child's blueprint for their life
06.20 - Stage-appropriate learning and development opportunties
07.36 - Adult hobbies - attributes used
09.51 - Importance of play for brain development
11.04 - Follow interests
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