Twizzle Time

Do you look like your Mummy? Or maybe your Daddy? A little Monkey has lost its Mummy, and when a Butterfly tries to help, Monkey soon realises that he needs to describe how his Mummy looks a little better - because not everyone looks like their parents. Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson Read by Hope from Twizzle Tops Ipswich Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

There are all sorts of people all over the world, many are just like you and me. Not everyone lives in the same way, has the same beliefs or all the same things as we do. This book is all about remembering that no matter what our differences, we are all the same, we are all human, so we must always treat each other with kindness. There's a Boy Like Me, by Fraiser Cox Read by Emily from Twizzle Tops Ipswich Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Superworm is super long, Superworm is super strong - in fact, there isn't a lot that Superworm can't do. He's always super busy helping others, but who will help him when he runs into a spot of trouble with the Wizard Lizard? Tune in now to find out! Superworm, by Julia Donaldson Read by Remi from Twizzle Tops South Woodham Ferrers Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Clip, Clop, Clip, Clop....who's that crossing the bridge? And who is under the bridge?! All the Billy Goats want is to find some fresh green grass - will they make it across the bridge safely? Tune in now to find out. Billy Goats Gruff, by Ladybird Picture Books Read by Fran from Twizzle Tops South Woodham Ferrers Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

We all know how important it is to look after our teeth - and part of that is taking regular visits to the dentist! Here all about Topsy and Tim's visit to the dentist on this weeks story. Topsy and Tim Go To The Dentist by Jean & Gareth Adamson Read by Emily from Twizzle Tops Ipswich Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nurseries at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Are you brushing your teeth twice a day? Are you doing it properly? Do you have a nice shiny white smile? Tune in to this week's story and brush along with Snappy Croc - it's super important to look after your teeth, so listen to this story and make sure that you're doing them properly. How to Brush your Teeth with Snappy Croc, by Jane Clarke and Georgie Birkett Read by Emily from Twizzle Tops Ipswich Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

We've welcomed Kate, a dental hygenist into the studio to talk all things teeth. She talks us through the teething journey, the importance of introducing routine early, top tips on how to get a toddler brushing, foods that need limiting, and just how dummies and bottles affect our little one's development. Twizzle Tops parents, look out on Blossom for our very own specialist Oral Hygiene booklet. Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk

We're going on a bear hunt...and we're not scared! Travel with us on this adventure as we go on a bear hunt. We're Going on a Bear Hunt, by Michael Rosen Read by Kerry from our South Woodham Nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Uh-Oh, nothing good comes from speaking to strangers, as poor Little Red finds out. Will she make it to Granny's house? Listen now and find out. Little Red Riding Hood, retold by Ladybird. Read by Frankie and Molly from our Wat Tyler nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Today's episode is dedicated to our beautiful pre-school children who are graduating and moving on to big school. Wishing each and every one of you the best of luck, it has been an honour to have you at Twizzle Tops, and we can't wait to see what mountains you go on to move. We are so proud of everything you've achieved and today's story is a little reminder that you can do anything you put your mind to. Oh The Places You'll Go, by Dr. Seuss Read by Laura Baxter from Twizzle Tops Head Office Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

It's getting late, it's time to snuggle down for bed, but oh dear, Little Hare isn't feeling very tired! Looks like we need to take the sleepy route to bed! The Sleepy Way Home to Bed, by Claire Freedman and Veronica Vasylenko Read by Ellesha Baitrum from our Wat Tyler nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

When the strong winds see a witch losing some of her things, she picks up some new friends as she find them, but is there room on the broom for all these passengers? Let's find out in today's story. Room on the Broom, by Julia Donaldson Read by Amy Cooper from our South Woodham Ferrers Nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

A short but sweet story all about Love and how it makes you feel. A short story from the Giraffes Can't Dance series. Love, by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees Read by Melissa Ruocco from our South Woodham Nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

When a party invite is sent out, but it doesn't include everyone, a little Koala sets about changing it to make sure everyone can come to the party! Part of the Party, a Twinkl Original Read by Becca Cosgrove and Melissa Ruocco from our South Woodham Nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Not every family looks the same, but they are all full of love, and that's what Loved, Cuddled and Tickled too is all about! Have a listen to this beautiful story about some the different types of families out there. Loved, Cuddled and Tickled Too, by Dean Russel-Rands Ready by Rebecca Harvey from our South Woodham Ferres Nursery Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

As part of Pride month celebrations we are bringing you some LGBTQ+ inclusive songs and stories, so that little ones know they can always be their true selves. Today, grab your feather boa, as we find out what the Drag Queens on the Bus do! Join Katie Franklin, our Nursery Director, for a fabulous twist on an old classic! We want to wish all of our wonderful LGBTQ+ families a very happy Pride!

It's time for Twizzle Top of the Pops! One of the questions we are always asked at the nursery is what songs we sing, as so often little ones come home with requests for songs you may not have heard of. So we will be sharing the most popular tunes in the nursery for you all to sing along to together. Children, don't forget to show your grown-up the actions! Today we have our wonderful South Woodham Ferrers team singing Take a Ride in my Car, and Tommy Thumb (but probably not the version you know!) Don't forget to upload a video of you all having a song and dance onto Blossom! Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

It's Elmer Day! A day inspired by the star of today's wonderful Elmer, the patchwork elephant, which is written by David McKee to celebrate our individuality. Why don't you get dressed up and have a parade at home? Elmer, by David McKee Read by Laura Baxter, Nursery Marketer Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Going to school is a big milestone, and can be quite nerve-racking for any parent. So Becca (Twizzle Tops South Woodham Manager) and Gabby (Twizzle Tops South Woodham Deputy Manager) sit down with Laura to answer the most common questions, talk about what parents can do to help their child be ready, and reassure you that there is no set level they should be at before starting. Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Oh no! It's a GRUFFALO! Not that it bothers the brave little mouse. Are you feeling brave today? Why not have a go at something you're a little nervous of, just think of that courageous little mouse. The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson Read by Laura Baxter, Nursery Marketer Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Woah, that's a lot of doggies off to Donaldson's Dairy - can you use your imagination to picture what each dog looks like? Have you got any pets at home? Why not take a photo of them and upload to Blossom so we can talk about them at nursery. Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy, by Lynley Dodd Read by Becca Cosgrove, Nursery Manager, South Woodham Ferrers Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

The teddies are going for a race - but who will win? Why not grab your toy cars and have a little race, or you could grab a teddy and race with them instead! Racing Bears, by David Ellwand Read by Aaron Othman, Managing Director Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/

Uh-oh! Winnie the Witch has got a problem with her cat Wilbur - will she be able to fix it with a bit of colourful magic? There are lots of colours mentioned in this story, why not go on a colour hunt with your family and see how many different colours you can stop both at home and out and about. Winnie the Witch, by Korky Paul and Valerie Thomas. Read by Katie Franklin, Nursery Director Find out more about Twizzle Tops Nursery at - https://www.twizzletops.co.uk/