julie Wilson
National Hug Week
National hug week
Th e home learning pack included a cut and stick activity, a face template with different facial expressions, stickers collage, my feelings chart, hug book, what makes me happy picture with art and physical images and a hug from me to you card with collage. These were provided for the local community with children under 5.
• Children were given the opportunity to use their imagination and creativity in their own environment.
• To encourage limiting screen time for young child by providing learning opportunities through creativity
• To lift parents/carers emotional wellbeing and to open opportunities for vulnerable and isolated families to gain support and information
• To Increase parent-child interaction and bonding; parents have an increased confidence and knowledge in how to play with their child
• Greater parental awareness regarding age appropriate child development messages
• Parental engagement in further services, including targeted support/interventions when appropriate
