Marcella Towler

The world needs more kindness, so don’t underestimate the power of your smile, your words or your actions

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Happy #WorldBookDay! 📖

Today we celebrate the release of: Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice, (Routledge) - written by Christine Pascal, Tony Bertram, Sally Cave, Sue Bennett, Tina Bruce, Anne Denham & Helen Lydon.

🚀 Today’s the day!
We’re excited to launch Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice 🎉
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👉 Read more & get your copy: buff.ly/ySTLECv

When you know who you are, outside validation holds less weight

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An opportunity to learn about the fantastic MSC Education, Early Childhood ( Froebel Pathway) @morayhouse.bsky.social
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Here is my story (open access) about the making of an education warrior. It is probably not what you expect. I leave it to you to judge. Published today by Elsevier's International Journal of Educational Development. lnkd.in/gGBKuhkt

Save the date for the Frobel Trust’s 2026 online conference, Involving, Informing and Inspiring: A celebration of Froebel Trust funded research and practice development projects! 🌿

📅 Saturday 25 April
🕖 9am – 12.30pm GMT (breaks included!)
💻 Zoom

Share your views and shape our strategy! 📣

Our short survey is closing on 19 February 2026, and we want to hear your thoughts on the resources, research and support we provide to the early years sector.

New post: Save the Date: IFS-Conference 2027 https://international-froebel-society.org/2026/02/16/save-the-date-ifs-conference-2027/

Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice This seminal text offers an innovative, Froebelian-inspired and evidenced approach to teacher professional development that will promote ethical practice. Providing a timely interpretation and…

🌱 New Book!
Excited to share Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice — a fresh look at how Froebel’s principles shape meaningful, evidence‑informed early years practice.
For anyone passionate about play, connection, and holistic learning.
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Thanks to @neevehyland.bsky.social for fabulous STEM/STEAM workshops with our 4th yr BA EYCS students @ucc.ie

There is a new article on Froebel's spirituality and the spherical law. And while I might be biased because I edited it, I think it is worth reading if you are interested in Froebel's kindergarten pedagogy.

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Applications for our online course, starting in September are open!

Develop your practice and learn more about the Froebelian approach by learning all six elements of our course, featuring practical advice and actionable steps.

📢 Join us and find out more about our MSc Education: Early Childhood and Froebel pathway!

Hear insights from our Director of Internationalisation, MSc Education Programme Directors, Pathway Coordinators, and current students, followed by a Q&A. 💭

➡️Register: edin.ac/4acpTpm

The Froebel Trust Open Call Research Grant scheme is now OPEN for applications! 🎉

We’re offering funding of up to £50,000 for a team or a collaborative partnership to develop new knowledge about Froebelian education. The theme for this year is the Froebelian principle of 'Relationships matter.'

The Journal of Play & Pedagogy is live in May

A space for research, reflection, and real-world practice for children 0–8. Open access & Practitioner voice welcomed.

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#PlayMatters #EarlyYears #Education #Childhood

Our new book is available for pre-order! The praxis-oriented case studies raise a diverse set of concerns and possible solutions, and I especially look forward to conversations about Larry's and my critical theoretical-historical introduction. Click on the photo to see the discount code for 20% off.

The Power of Froebel webinar with Lynn J. McNair, Luke J. Addison & contributing authors is available to watch on our website! 🎉

This celebrated the launch of the new book, the Power of Froebel, published by Routledge, which shared Scotland’s community of Froebel-inspired early childhood practice.🌿

Time is running out to share your views and help shape the Froebel Trust 2027-2030 strategy! ✨

We want to hear your thoughts on the resources, research and support we provide to ensure we target our resources to best meet the needs of the early years sector and Froebelian community. 🌿

The Power and Pleasures of Play Following our recent session exploring the ‘Power and Pleasures of Play’, Chris Pascal shares her thoughts on the importance of reflective pedagogy and the importance of play.

The Birmingham Early Years Networks was pleased to host a session led by Professor Tina Bruce (CBE) and Professor Chris Pascal (OBE), exploring the “Power and Pleasures of Play” recently. Find out more in their blog where you can also re-watch the session. buff.ly/6YqIbda

#Froebel #EarlyYears

Our NI conference on 21 March: Exploring Froebelian principles for contemporary practice - is open for bookings and includes a keynote from Dr Stella Louis on The timelessness of Froebelian principles – reflections on Froebel’s pedagogy today.

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🔎 Resource Spotlight: Observing Young Children 🌿

Observation is key to supporting and extending learning, with Froebel himself learning much from observing children playing alone, with other children and their families.

In the growing age of technology, it has never been more important to take time to explore nature. 🔎

At the Froebel Trust, nature is at the core of our teachings and one that helps young children understand the wider world around them.

🔎 Resource spotlight: Re-engaging with Nature 🌿

Help young children develop their understanding of the world around them by embracing nature and outdoor activities in your early years setting. ✨

📖 You can find our free downloadable pamphlet on re-engaging with nature on our website.

Small bird perched on a teasel head in winter light.

Teasel is a winter bird magnet.

If you’ve got a feeder, or just a decent view from the kettle, BirdWatch Ireland’s Garden Bird Survey is open. Count what you see, it’s simple, and it builds real data our #birds. @birdwatchireland.bsky.social

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#birds #Ireland

Our pamphlet, Connecting with parents, families and communities: a starting point explores how educators can use Froebelian pedagogy to build and nurture relationships with parents and families. 🌿

Written by Holli Williams with Rachna, the pamphlet offers support to educators.

Save the date for the International Froebel Society webinar, Froebel and Democracy – Connect, Collaborate and Share Insights!

📅 Monday 22nd January
🕖 7pm GMT
💻 Online

New podcast episode: Maths in the early years 🎙️

Love it or hate it, Maths is a key part of everyday life and enables us to make sense of the world around us.

“Froebelian practice is not just an approach, but an ethical stance,” – Lynn McNair

Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar, The Power of Froebel. ✨

If you missed it don’t worry - we’ll be releasing the recording shortly, so look out for the link in our newsletter.