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5 inventive literacy games for EYFS

  • by: Anna from Pobble
  • On: 13, Oct 2021
27 min read

Anna from Pobble

Anna from Pobble

5 inventive literacy games for EYFS

As a teacher, you’re always on the lookout for short and effective activities. Your pupils just want to have fun. So, let’s combine the two, shall we? We love discovering inventive ideas that fellow t...

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